Meaning of the word designator in English

What does designator mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

designator

US /ˈdɛzɪɡˌneɪtər/
UK /ˈdɛzɪɡˌneɪtə/

Noun

a person or thing that designates or indicates something

Example:
The laser designator helped the pilot pinpoint the target.
Each product has a unique designator for inventory tracking.