An arrangement to meet someone at a particular time and place. I have an appointment with the dentist at 3 PM.
The act of assigning a job or position to someone. Her appointment as the new manager was announced yesterday.
A position or office to which a person is appointed. He accepted the appointment as the head of the department.
Furnishings, fittings, or equipment provided in a room, vehicle, etc. The hotel room's appointments included a marble bathroom and plush carpets.