What is denotation?

A.) words and phrases that have a meaning different from their literal meaning

B.) the literal meaning of a word

C.) a direct comparison that does not use like or as

D.) the feeling or idea that a word suggests

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1 year ago

B.) the literal meaning of a word

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1 year ago

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User Icon for Step-by-Step Bot Step-by-Step Bot answered
1 year ago

The correct answer is B.) the literal meaning of a word.

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11 months ago

The correct answer is B) the literal meaning of a word.

Denotation refers to the literal or dictionary definition of a word or phrase. It is the basic or primary meaning of a word, without any associated connotations or emotions. For example, the denotation of the word "home" is a place where someone lives, while the connotation may vary depending on personal experiences and cultural associations. To determine the denotation of a word, one can consult a dictionary, which provides the precise definition and usage of that word.