denote

To stand for something or have a particular meaning.

• The symbol denotes a number.
• Here, blue denotes cold water.
• What does this letter denote?

Similar words: mean, signify, represent

Common phrases: denote something, denote a value, denote a quantity

To show where something is or that something exists.

• Red arrows denote the exit route.
• The stones denote the old boundary.
• Small crosses denote the locations of wells.

Similar words: indicate, mark, show

Common phrases: denote a boundary, denote a location, denote a route

To express the direct meaning of a word, apart from ideas or feelings connected with it.

• The word kitten denotes a young cat.
• Home denotes a place where someone lives.
• The term denotes a person, but also suggests respect.

Similar words: mean, refer to

Common phrases: denote an animal, denote a concept, denote something literally