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appellation

[ˌæpəˈleɪʃən]

appellation Definition

a name or title that describes or identifies a person or thing.

Using appellation: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "appellation" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The wine's appellation indicates its origin.

  • Example

    The company's appellation has changed several times over the years.

  • Example

    The author writes under the appellation 'Anonymous'.

appellation Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for appellation

Phrases with appellation

  • a legally defined and protected geographical indication used to identify where a product was made

    Example

    Champagne is an appellation of origin for sparkling wine produced in the Champagne region of France.

  • appellation contrôlée

    a French certification granted to certain French geographical indications for wines, cheeses, and other agricultural products

    Example

    Roquefort cheese is one of the products that has been granted the appellation contrôlée.

  • appellation d'origine protégée

    a European Union certification granted to certain European geographical indications for wines, cheeses, and other agricultural products

    Example

    Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese is one of the products that has been granted the appellation d'origine protégée.

Origins of appellation

from Old French 'apeler', meaning 'to call'

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Summary: appellation in Brief

The term 'appellation' [ˌæpəˈleɪʃən] refers to a name or title that describes or identifies a person or thing. It is often used to indicate the origin or quality of a product, as in 'The wine's appellation indicates its origin.' 'Appellation' extends into phrases like 'appellation of origin,' and formal synonyms like 'designation' and 'denomination.'