Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or constituting a name, title, or designation; having a specified name or title

“The company’s nominal value is $100 per share.”

2. noun

a name or designation, especially one that is official or legal

“The nominal head of the department is the director.”

3. noun

a person or thing that is officially or formally recognized as having a particular name or title

“The nominal winner of the contest was declared the winner.”