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dot
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- pronunciation:
- dat
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
A dot is a little round mark or spot.
The pillows on my bed are purple with white dots.
- synonyms:
- mark
- similar words:
- spot
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| definition 2: |
A dot is a small mark made by a pencil, pen, or other pointed object.
The teacher told Kaylee to put a dot over her "i."- synonyms:
- mark, period
- similar words:
- spot
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| definition 3: |
We use the word "dot" when we pronounce the punctuation mark used in an internet address.
If we read an internet address like "ToysandGames.com," we say it as "Toys and Games dot com." |
| related words: |
blot |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
dots, dotting, dotted |
| definition 1: |
When you dot something, you mark it with a dot or dots.
Nina never forgets to dot the "i" in her name.- similar words:
- mark, spot, sprinkle
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| definition 2: |
If something is dotted with things, it is covered by many of these things and they are separated from each other like dots.
The sky was dotted with stars that night.- similar words:
- spot, sprinkle
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