denominazione

denomination

noun deh-noh-mee-nah-TSYOH-neh Less Common

Origin: From Latin denominatio (naming), from nomen (name).

Also means

designation

Usage Note

Denominazione is the official name or label given to something, especially used in regulated contexts like Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) for Italian wines. In general use it means a designation or appellation. Plural: denominazioni.

Examples

"Il vino ha una denominazione protetta."

Natural Translation

The wine has a protected designation.

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