Definition of DESTINATION

destination

Plural: destinations

Noun

  • the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey)
    • "he was nearly exhausted as their destination came into view"
  • the ultimate goal for which something is done
  • written directions for finding some location; written on letters or packages that are to be delivered to that location
  • The place set for the end of a journey, or to which something is sent; place or point aimed at.
  • The act of destining or appointing.
  • Purpose for which anything is destined; predetermined end, object, or use; ultimate design.

Examples

  • arrive at your destination

Origin / Etymology

From Latin dēstinātiō, from dēstinō (“to destine”).

Synonyms

address, finish, goal, name and address, terminus

Scrabble Score: 12

destination: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
destination: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
destination: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 14

destination: valid Words With Friends Word