8.4 Conceptual meaning Conceptual meaning(概念意义)( also known as denotative meaning) is the meaning given in the dictionary and forms the core of word meaning Conceptual meaning forms the basis for communication as the same word has the same conceptual meaning to all the speakers of the same language. Sun: a heavenly body which gives off light, heat, and energy Mother a female parent English lexicology (l)English lexicology (III) 7 8.4 Conceptual meaning  Conceptual meaning(概念意义) (also known as denotative meaning) is the meaning given in the dictionary and forms the core of word meaning. Conceptual meaning forms the basis for communication as the same word has the same conceptual meaning to all the speakers of the same language.  Sun: a heavenly body which gives off light, heat,and energy  Mother: a female parent