noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   One to whom a thing is assigned.
2. 2
   (law) the party to whom something is assigned (e.g., someone to whom a right or property is legally transferred) wordnet
3. 3
   One to whom a right or property is being transferred.
4. 4
   One who is appointed to act or speak in place of another; an agent.

Synonyms

All synonyms

agentallotteealmsmanalmswomanannuitantappointee

Example

More examples

"The contract required the assignee to notify the company of any changes in address."

Etymology

From Middle English assigne, from Old French assigné, equivalent to assign + -ee.

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