Denote Definition

denote
verb
  1. be a sign or indication of; "Her smile denoted that she agreed"
  2. have as a meaning; "`multi-' denotes `many' "
  3. make known; make an announcement; "She denoted her feelings clearly"

"Denote" in song lyrics

See how denote is used in real songs:

  • "If it be not, then love doth well denote"
    William Shakespeare — Sonnet CXLVIII

Usage tips for "denote"

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