Denote

/dɪˈnoʊt/

Meaning & Definition

verb
To be a sign of; to indicate.
In mathematics, the symbol 'x' may denote an unknown value.
To represent or refer to something explicitly.
The term 'mammal' denotes a class of animals that are warm-blooded and have fur or hair.
To designate or name.
The color red often denotes danger or warning.
To mean or signify.
In the context of this study, the findings denote a significant improvement in performance.

Etymology

from Latin 'denotare', meaning 'to mark out or indicate'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to denote something:
to indicate or refer to a specific thing or idea.
denote a meaning:
to indicate a particular sense or significance.
denote by name:
to refer to something specifically by its name.

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