Meaning & use
Denotes
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Indicates, signifies, or is a sign of something; refers to directly.
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A red flag on the beach denotes dangerous swimming conditions.
In logic, the symbol denotes the relationship between two sets.
A note on using this word
Often distinguished from 'connotes': 'denote' refers to a word's literal, primary meaning, while 'connote' refers to its associated feelings or ideas.
Words with a similar meaning
signifiesindicates
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