denoting (C1)
verb
Pronunciation: /dɪˈnəʊtɪŋ/
Definition
To be a sign of; to indicate.
Examples
The word 'prohibited' on the sign is denoting that entry is forbidden.
His stern expression was denoting his disapproval.
The symbol on the map was denoting the location of the treasure.
How to Use denoting
- denote something (collocation)
- To be a sign of or indicate something. — "The laurel wreath denoted victory and honor."
- denote that (collocation)
- To indicate that a particular fact or situation is true. — "The study denoted that the new drug was effective."
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