n.
Pronunciation: ə - ' po ̇ int-m ə nt
Function: noun
Date: 15th century
1 a : an act of appointing : DESIGNATION b : the designation by virtue of a vested power of a person to enjoy an estate
2 : an arrangement for a meeting : ENGAGEMENT <an appointment for an interview>
3 : EQUIPMENT , FURNISHINGS ― usually used in plural <expensive homes with luxurious appointment s >
4 : a nonelective office or position <holds an academic appointment >