Finite and infinite seem . . . to be attributed primarily, in their first designation, only to those things which have parts.
Locke.
Des"ig*na*tive (?), a. [Cf. F. désignatif.] Serving to designate or indicate; pointing out.
Des"ig*na`tor (?), n. [L.] 1. (Rom. Antiq.) An officer who assigned to each his rank and place in public shows and ceremonies.