destined for — certain to experience or achieve something in the future; bound for a particular place or outcome
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: certain to experience or achieve something in the future; bound for a particular place or outcome
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdestɪnd fɔːr/
Korean meaning: ~할 운명인, ~로 향하는, ~하게 될 예정인
Korean pronunciation: **데**스틴드 포어
Example Sentences
- My pizza was destined for my stomach, but my cat had other plans.
- The young athlete was destined for Olympic glory.
- This old computer is destined for the recycling bin.
destined for
NOUN//ˈdestɪnd fɔːr//
certain to experience or achieve something in the future; bound for a particular place or outcome
He is destined for success — every step leads him closer to a clear, inevitable goal.
Tested for every challenge, rested for the journey, destined for the stars!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'destinare' meaning 'to make firm or establish,' derived from 'de-' (completely) and 'stinare' (related to 'stare,' to stand). The phrase 'destined for' combines this root with the preposition 'for' to indicate purpose or direction.
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📝Examples
“My pizza was destined for my stomach, but my cat had other plans.”
“The young athlete was destined for Olympic glory.”
“This old computer is destined for the recycling bin.”
“He seemed destined for a career in comedy after making the teacher laugh during detention.”
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