denotation

Meanings

• noun

  The meaning or concept represented by a word or symbol

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌdiː.noʊˈteɪ.ʃən/
   
   
   
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Variants

List of all variants of denotation that leads to same result
denotation , denotations

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin 'denotare', meaning 'to indicate or show'

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. Denotation is not the same as definition. A definition explains what a word means, while denotation is the meaning itself.

2. The study of denotation and connotation is known as semantics.

3. Denotation is an important concept in various fields, including linguistics, philosophy, and computer science.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. connotation: The emotional or associative meaning of a word, in addition to its literal meaning

2. semantics: The study of meaning in language

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Denotation is an important concept in linguistics and semantics. It refers to the literal or primary meaning of a word, as distinct from its connotations or secondary meanings.

How to Memorize "denotation"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a signpost pointing to the meaning of a word

2. associate
   

   - Associate denotation with the idea of a clear and precise definition

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'D-E-N-O-T-A-T-I-O-N' to remember the definition: 'Denotes Or Signifies A Term's Origin And Intended Meaning'

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