To nominate means to propose or suggest someone for a particular position or role. In the context of federal judge positions and Supreme Court Justices, it refers to the act of putting forward potential candidates for these roles.
Related terms
Confirmation: The process by which the nominated individual is approved or rejected by the appropriate governing body.
Executive Branch: The branch of government responsible for making nominations, including the President who has the power to nominate federal judges and Supreme Court Justices.
Senate: The governing body that has the authority to confirm or reject nominated individuals, including those for federal judge positions and Supreme Court Justices.