v. To assign something (especially finance) for a particular use
v. To have a particular destination
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
v. To determine the future condition or application of; to set apart by design for a future use or purpose; to fix, as by destiny or by an authoritative decree; to doom; to ordain or preordain; to appoint; -- often with the remoter object preceded by to or for.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
To set apart, ordain, or appoint to a use, purpose, office, or place.
To appoint or predetermine unalterably, as by a divine decree; doom; devote.
Synonyms To intend, mark out, consecrate, dedicate, decree, allot.
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v. decree or designate beforehand
v. design or destine
Word Usage
"Atalent and beauty, she was destine to take paths that were hers to conquer."