polka dot

noun

pol·​ka dot ˈpō-kə-ˌdät How to pronounce polka dot (audio)
Synonyms of polka dotnext
: a dot in a pattern of regularly distributed dots in textile design
polka-dot adjective
or polka-dotted

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The fashion set has proven the track pants are surprisingly versatile, whether styled with trend-forward shades like butter yellow, playful patterns like polka dots, or timeless staples such as a crisp white button-down. Amanda Le, InStyle, 26 June 2026 Lewis’ biggest piece of advice for wearing polka dots? Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026 Then, read all about how makeup artist Alexandra French created their polka dot lip look for the cover. Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 25 June 2026 This Tankaneo set comes in 23 fun colors and patterns, including some with floral designs, stripes, and trendy polka dots. Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for polka dot

Word History

First Known Use

1857, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of polka dot was in 1857

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“Polka dot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polka%20dot. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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polka dot

noun
pol·​ka dot ˈpō-kə- How to pronounce polka dot (audio)
: a dot in a textile pattern of evenly spaced dots

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