polka dot

noun

pol·​ka dot ˈpō-kə-ˌdät 

: a dot in a pattern of regularly distributed dots in textile design

polka-dot adjective

or polka-dotted

ˈpō-kə-ˌdä-təd 

Examples of polka dot in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Rather than dressing up as a Disney character, incorporate polka dots, fun prints like leopard, and red-and-black motifs throughout your vacation wardrobe. —Irene Richardson, InStyle, 6 Mar. 2026

Themed around the concept of play, it was filled with prints of dices, playing cards and board games, which added to takes on tartan and argyle patterns and the duo’s go-to motifs, such as hearts and polka dots. —Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026

Take Nancy Cunard, once Fitzrovia’s bohemian queen, whose iconic bangles and polka dots subtly permeate the design narrative. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Feb. 2026

The navy quilt has a timeless polka dot print, but in a bright green color for that signature playful style from the brand. —Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1857, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for polka dot

• aeronaut
• aforethought
• afterthought
• apricot
• argonaut
• astronaut
• camelot
• coffeepot
• concordat
• cosmonaut
• entrepot
• flowerpot

Kids Definition

polka dot

noun

pol·​ka dot ˈpō-kə- 

: a dot in a textile pattern of evenly spaced dots