1 be a sign of; indicate (the arrow denotes direction).
2 (usu. foll. by that + clause) mean, convey.
3 stand as a name for; signify.
Derivatives:
denotation n. denotative adj.
Etymology: F deacutenoter or f. L denotare (as DE-, notare mark f. nota NOTE)
Useful english dictionary. 2012.