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Nominator

/ˈnɒmɪneɪtə/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A person who nominates someone for a position, award, or honor.

    "The nominator submitted a strong recommendation for the candidate."
  2. 2

    In mathematics, a term used to refer to the numerator of a fraction.

    "In the fraction 3/4, the number 3 is the nominator."

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The term 'nominator' derives from the Latin root 'nominare', meaning 'to name'. It evolved through Middle English, where it was used to denote one who names or appoints, reflecting the act of assigning a title or role.

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