1. The act of assigning.
2. Something, such as a task, that is assigned. See synonyms at task.
3. A position or post of duty to which one is assigned.
4. Law.
   1. The transfer of a claim, right, interest, or property from one to another.
   2. The instrument by which this transfer is effected.

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