The fact that the term spinster tends to convey the notion of a person that is old and stodgy is part of the term's:
A) denotation
B) sense
C) reference
D) connotation

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Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries beyond its literal meaning or denotation. In this case, "spinster" not only refers to an unmarried woman but also carries connotations of outdated notions about gender roles and age.

The Fact That the Term Spinster Tends to Convey the Notion