dot

²dot

verb

dot·teddot·ting

Definition of DOT

transitive verb

1

: to mark with a dot

2

: to intersperse with dots or objects scattered at random <boats dotting the lake>

intransitive verb

: to make a dot

— dot·ter noun

Examples of DOT

1. Don't forget to dot the i.
2. Quaint cottages dot the countryside.
3. The fields were dotted with wildflowers.
4. Dot the cream all over your face.

First Known Use of DOT

circa 1740

Related to DOT

Synonyms: bestrew, scatter, pepper, sow, spot, spray, sprinkle, strew

Related Words: blanket, drizzle, dust; stud; dapple, fleck, speckle, stipple; bespatter, spatter

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