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Denotation is the act of referring to something by using a symbol, sign or special reference words. (noun)
- An example of denotation is a symbol that represents a brand name.
- An example of denotation is calling an auto mechanic a "car doctor."
Denotation is the literal dictionary definition of a word, as opposed to the feelings or emotions the word brings up. (noun)
An example of denotation is the actual definition of the word "love" listed in a dictionary, instead of all of the feelings associated with the word love.
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See denotation in Webster's New World College Dictionary
See denotation in American Heritage Dictionary 4
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