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designated place

/dɪˈzɪɡneɪtɪd pleɪs/ · des.i.gna.ted.pla.ce
noun
  1. A place designated by a government or other authority for statistical or administrative purposes, often used in the context of census data or geographic information systems. The city of New York is a designated place for the purposes of the United States Census.
  2. A specific location designated for a particular activity or event, such as a designated place for parking or a designated place for smoking. The concert venue is a designated place for the event, and attendees are expected to follow the rules and regulations posted there.
Did you know? The concept of designated places is used in many countries to facilitate data collection and analysis, and is an essential tool for urban planning and development.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 18, 2026