nominate

verb

1. 1

   propose as a candidate for some honor

2. 2

   create and charge with a task or function

   nominate a committee

3. 3

   charge with a function; charge to be

   She was named Head of the Committee

   She was made president of the club

4. 4

   put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position

   The President nominated her as head of the Civil Rights Commission