Denotation is the literal or primary meaning of a word, phrase, or symbol, as opposed to the feelings or ideas that the word may suggest (which are known as connotation). In other words, denotation refers to the explicit and direct meaning that can be found in a dictionary, without any emotional or cultural associations. For example, the denotation of the word "rose" is a type of flowering plant, whereas its connotations might include love, beauty, or romance.
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