The destination of someone or something is the place to which they are going or being sent.
Spain is still our most popular holiday destination.
Only half of the emergency supplies have reached their destination.
More Synonyms of destination
destination in British English
(ˌdɛstɪˈneɪʃən)
noun
1.
the predetermined end of a journey or voyage
2.
the ultimate end or purpose for which something is created or a person is destined
destination in American English
(ˌdɛstəˈneɪʃən)
noun
1. Rare
a destining or being destined
2.
the end for which something or someone is destined
3.
the place toward which someone or something is going or sent
Word origin
ME destinacioun < L destinatio, settlement, appointment < destinare: see destine
COBUILD Collocations
destination
dream destination
exciting destination
exotic destination
far-flung destination
holiday destination
popular destination
top destination
Examples of 'destination' in a sentence
destination
Some top destinations are already taking their own steps to limit visitor numbers.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
The company is also announcing more flights during summer to some of its most popular destinations.
The Sun (2016)
Third countries will host data before it reaches its final destination following data transfer.
Computing (2010)
There is a long road ahead but no need to be pessimistic about the final destination.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
These included destinations specifically served by Norwegian.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
With unspoilt dive sites, it is a favourite destinations for avid divers from all over the world.
The Sun (2016)
Canada was a favourite destination.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
It turns out Gran Canaria really is the perfect destination for family holidays.
The Sun (2016)
With its own secluded sandy beach and huge range of facilities, activities and entertainment it's the perfect family holiday destination.
The Sun (2017)
LONDON is the top shopping destination for Europeans, a study shows.
The Sun (2016)
You could get to a holiday destination quicker than that.
The Sun (2015)
Where in the world is your favourite holiday destination?
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
It is not the destination but the journey that is most problematic.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
It has become a popular tourist destination.
The Sun (2015)
That was part of a ploy to keep fans confused about the final destination.
The Sun (2012)
What are your favourite and least favourite destinations?
The Sun (2015)
Has not the endless journey become the destination?
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
How we steer makes the difference between shipwreck and delivering the goods at the final destination.
Christianity Today (2000)
He spoke of the difference between the journey and the destination and how lasting success was found at the latter.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
Dubai is still an exciting destination.
The Sun (2010)
Australia is the most popular destination.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Flights from Heathrow and between destinations are included.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
We have 167 top destinations to choose from.
The Sun (2009)
Looking for the next hot destination that still has unspoilt, pristine beaches?
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
Let's examine the top five destinations.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
It is also a popular holiday destination for British tourists.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The problems have been blamed in part on the new duty regime, which places foreign destinations in bands.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Of all the possible holiday destinations, one of the best places to stay this weekend is at home.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Choose your favourite holiday destination.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
SPAIN is still our favourite destination.
The Sun (2014)
They had far to go, and the heat of the day had come on before they entered the place of their destination.
Charlotte M. Yonge The Daisy Chain (1837)
And that, fifth, arrive somewhere hours and hours by coach from our end destination.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
In other languages
destination
British English: destination /ˌdɛstɪˈneɪʃən/ NOUN
Your destination is the place you are going to.
His preferred holiday destination is Hawaii.
American English: destination
Arabic: مَقْصَد
Brazilian Portuguese: destinação
Chinese: 目的地
Croatian: odredište
Czech: destinace cílové místo
Danish: destination
Dutch: bestemming
European Spanish: destino meta
Finnish: määränpää
French: destination
German: Reiseziel
Greek: προορισμός
Italian: destinazione
Japanese: 目的地
Korean: 목적지
Norwegian: bestemmelsessted
Polish: przeznaczenie
European Portuguese: destino
Romanian: destinație
Russian: назначение
Latin American Spanish: destino punto de llegada
Swedish: destination
Thai: จุดหมายปลายทาง
Turkish: gidilecek yer
Ukrainian: пункт призначення
Vietnamese: nơi đến
All related terms of 'destination'
FOB destination
FOB destination is a shipping term indicating that ownership of goods passes at delivery to their destination, and the seller has total responsibility until then.
top destination
The destination of someone or something is the place to which they are going or being sent.
destination store
A destination store draws customers by selling unusual items, or having a friendly atmosphere , special pricing , and other desirable characteristics.
dream destination
The destination of someone or something is the place to which they are going or being sent.
exotic destination
The destination of someone or something is the place to which they are going or being sent .
exciting destination
The destination of someone or something is the place to which they are going or being sent.
holiday destination
The destination of someone or something is the place to which they are going or being sent.
popular destination
The destination of someone or something is the place to which they are going or being sent.
far-flung destination
The destination of someone or something is the place to which they are going or being sent.