Definition of appointment
1
: an arrangement for a meeting : engagement
She has an appointment for an interview tomorrow.
2
: equipment, furnishings
—usually plural expensive homes with luxurious appointments
3
: a nonelective office or position
holds an academic appointment
4a
: an act of appointing someone or something : designation
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The first known use of appointment was in the 15th century
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