Appoint Definition

appoint
verb
  1. create and charge with a task or function; "nominate a committee"
  2. assign a duty, responsibility or obligation to; "He was appointed deputy manager"; "She was charged with supervising the creation of a concordance"
  3. furnish; "a beautifully appointed house"

"Appoint" in song lyrics

See how appoint is used in real songs:

  • "Represent hip hop like Matlock, you just a court appoint"
    One.Be.Lo — Anybody

Usage tips for "appoint"

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