Nominee
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌnɒmɪˈniː/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Nominee is a noun meaning A person to whom the holder of a copyhold estate surrenders their interest.
Meaning
A person to whom the holder of a copyhold estate surrenders their interest.
More Meanings
- A person named, or designated, by another, to any office, duty, or position; one nominated, or proposed, by others for office or for election to office.
- A person or organisation in whose name a security is registered though true ownership is held by another party, called nominator, especially for the purpose of concealing the identity of the nominator.
Example Sentences
The Supreme Court confiscated half of Thaksin Shinawatra's fortune after finding that, while being Prime Minister, he held shares in commercial companies through nominees.
Word Forms
- nominees
Synonyms for nominee
Depending on context, synonyms include nominatee, candidate, campaigner.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include candidate, campaigner, appointed, delegate, appointment, proxy.
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