Definition of dalmatian
:any of a breed of medium-sized dogs having a white short-haired coat with many black or brown spots
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Sparky is an old fire hydrant painted to look like a Dalmatian by Laura Rudkin last summer for the village of Fox Lake's inaugural outdoor public art exhibition.
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There were also people who dressed up like dalmatians and comic book heroes and who wore elf ears and viking hats.
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Of course, there are more arguments against Media Station's plan than spots on a dalmatian.
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Origin and Etymology of dalmatian
from the supposed origin of the breed in Dalmatia
DALMATIAN Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of dalmatian for English Language Learners
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: a type of dog that has short white fur with many black or brown spots
DALMATIAN Defined for Kids
dalmatian
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Definition of dalmatian for Students
:a large dog having a short white coat with black or brown spots
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