1. to officially suggest someone for a position, award, or honor
2. to choose someone for a job or position

Examples

• The committee will nominate three candidates for the scholarship.
• She was nominated for Best Actress at the awards ceremony.
• The president nominated a new Supreme Court justice.
• I nominate Sarah to be our team captain.
• The party nominated him as their candidate for mayor.
• Teachers can nominate outstanding students for recognition.
• The board nominated her to serve as treasurer.