Dictionary entry

Destination

Webster's Dictionary 1913

Des′ti‐na″tion (?), n. [L. destinatio determination: cf. F. destination destination.] 1. The act of destining or appointing.

2. Purpose for which anything is destined; predetermined end, object, or use; ultimate design.

3. The place set for the end of a journey, or to which something is sent; place or point aimed at.

Syn. — Appointment; design; purpose; intention; destiny; lot; fate; end.