Denote
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈnəʊt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Denote is a verb meaning (transitive) To indicate; to mark.
Meaning
(transitive) To indicate; to mark.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To make overt.
- (transitive) To refer to literally; to convey as objective meaning.
Example Sentences
The yellow blazes denote the trail.
The prefix pre- denotes "before", as in preview.
together with all forms, moods, shapes of grief, that can denote me truly
The letters "SC" inscribed on the smokebox door of a locomotive denote that it is fitted with a self-cleaning smokebox.
Word Forms
- denotes
- denoting
- denoted
Synonyms for denote
Depending on context, synonyms include announce, refer.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include refer, announce, signify, describe, denominate, represent.
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