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designation

/dɛzəɡneɪʃən/

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1 · noun

the act of giving someone or something an official name or status

指定；正式认定

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The area's designation as a nature reserve protects its wetlands.
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该地区被正式指定为自然保护区，湿地因此得到保护。
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Pronunciation: /dɛzəɡneɪʃən/

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