Denotatum

An existing object referred to by a word, sign, or linguistic expression contrasted with designatum [Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary].
Unambiguous name of objects and phenomena, opposite to connotation, in contrast to which (connotation), indicates the process of clear relation of the name to the object, not taking into account its various properties, therefore not every denotation reflects the corresponding real object (most often this applies to oxymorons, chiasms, etc. Therefore, the appropriate meaning should be determined in context. Denotation is a conceptual core of meaning, devoid of subjective shades and expressive and stylistic coloring. Considered to correspond to the term "scope of the concept" used in traditional logic [Kovaliv, p.267],
The concept of semiotics was introduced by the English philosopher of the 19th century. J. S. Mill, approved by G. Frege, A. Church, borrowed by literary studies.
denotatum is interpreted as a conceptual core of meaning, devoid of subjective shades and expressive and stylistic coloring, considered to correspond to the term "scope of the concept" used in traditional logic. In contrast to connotation, it indicates the process of unambiguously relating a name to an object without considering its various properties. Therefore, not every denotatum reflects the corresponding real object [Kovaliv, p.268]

Sources:

Denotatum. Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary. Retrieved from: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/denotatum

Ковалів, Ю.І. (2007). Літературознавча енциклопедія. Київ: ВЦ «Академія»

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