Assignation
/ˌæsɪɡˈneɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of transferring rights or property to another party.
The assignation of the lease was completed yesterday.
- (n.) A secret meeting, especially one of a romantic nature.
They arranged a midnight assignation in the garden.
Forms
- assignations
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'assignation' often refers to transferring rights; be sure to clarify distinction from general 'assignment'.
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