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appellation

[ap-uh-ley-shuhn] / ˌæp əˈleɪ ʃən /


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A French wine maker has hailed the impact of his Sancerre appearing in Taylor Swift's latest documentary which looks set to deepen America's love affair with the famed Loire appellation.

From Barron's Jan. 6, 2026

This red blend of Frappato and Nero d’Avola from the sprawling Cerasuolo di Vittoria appellation in southern Sicily can be consumed right away and is wonderfully food-friendly.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 27, 2025

“My name is Austin Richard Post,” he said, dropping his government appellation.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 28, 2024

That appellation would imply that the reptiles are likely to attack without provocation.

From Science Magazine Apr. 3, 2024

Knowing not who I was, it seemed a fair enough appellation.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson




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