Meaning of the word denote in English
What does denote mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
denote
US /dɪˈnoʊt/
UK /dɪˈnəʊt/
Verb
1.
to be a sign of something; to indicate
Example:
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The red light denotes danger.
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A fever often denotes an infection.
2.
to have as a primary meaning; to refer to directly
Example:
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The word 'blue' can denote a color or a feeling of sadness.
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In this context, 'X' denotes the unknown variable.
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