Assignment Definition & Meaning
assignment
- noun
- a duty that you are assigned to perform (especially in the armed forces); "hazardous duty"
- the instrument by which a claim or right or interest or property is transferred from one person to another
- the act of distributing something to designated places or persons; "the first task is the assignment of an address to each datum"
- (law) a transfer of property by deed of conveyance
- an undertaking that you have been assigned to do (as by an instructor)
- the act of putting a person into a non-elective position; "the appointment had to be approved by the whole committee"
"Assignment" in song lyrics
See how assignment is used in real songs:
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"The timing I'm in, has got me vibing on assignment"
60 Second Assassin f/ Masta Killa, M-Eighty, Popa Wu — Remarkable Timing -
"Drunkards of the crystal palace suck assignment"
Aesop Rock — Number Nine -
"Not to face my dark side is my first assignment"
The Beatnuts f/ A.L., Nogoodus, Rawcotiks — Treat$
Words that rhyme with assignment
Usage tips for "assignment"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "assignment" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for assignment to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does assignment mean?
- a duty that you are assigned to perform (especially in the armed forces); "hazardous duty" the instrument by which a claim or right or interest or property is transferred from one person to another the act of distributing something to designated places or persons
- What part of speech is assignment?
- Assignment is a noun.
- How many definitions does assignment have?
- Assignment has 6 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).