denotation

UK
/ˌdiːnəʊˈteɪʃən/
US
/ˌdinəˈteɪʃən/

Translations

denotationnoun
denotations
pl
UK
/ˌdiːnəʊˈteɪʃən/
US
/ˌdinəˈteɪʃən/
dénotationEn logique et en sémantique ; désigne le sens littéral, la référence ou l’ensemble des objets visés par un terme.
The denotation of the word 'rose' is a type of flower, but it often connotes romance and love.
La dénotation du mot « rose » est une sorte de fleur, mais il connote souvent le romantisme et l’amour.
Additional translations
indicationSens plus général ; emploi moins spécialisé.

Definitions

denotationnoun
The literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests.
The denotation of the word 'rose' is a type of flower, but it often connotes romance and love.
A symbol or sign that represents something specific.
In mathematics, the denotation of the symbol '+' is addition.
The act or process of denoting or indicating something; indication.
The clear denotation of hazardous zones on the chart helped sailors avoid danger.
In logic and linguistics, the set of all entities to which a term can correctly be applied; the extension of a term.
The denotation of the word "bird" includes sparrows, eagles, and penguins.