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Dot Definition & Meaning

dot
noun
  1. a very small circular shape; "a row of points"; "draw lines between the dots"
  2. the United States federal department that institutes and coordinates national transportation programs; created in 1966
  3. the shorter of the two telegraphic signals used in Morse code
  4. street name for lysergic acid diethylamide
verb
  1. scatter or intersperse like dots or studs; "Hills constellated with lights"
  2. distribute loosely; "He scattered gun powder under the wagon"
  3. make a dot or dots
  4. mark with a dot; "dot your `i's"

"Dot" in song lyrics

See how dot is used in real songs:

  • "The way I rock you would think I was S Dot"
    A.G. — Frozen
  • "You might get popped, I'm good ain't no duckin' the dot"
    Ali — Ore-Ore-O
  • "4 dot 6"
    Amil f/ Jay-Z — That's Right

Words that rhyme with dot

Usage tips for "dot"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "dot" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for dot to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does dot mean?
a very small circular shape; "a row of points"; "draw lines between the dots" the United States federal department that institutes and coordinates national transportation programs; created in 1966 the shorter of the two telegraphic signals used in Morse code street name for lysergic acid diethylamide scatter or intersperse like dots or studs; "Hills constellated with lights" distribute loosely; "He scattered gun powder under the wagon" make a dot or dots mark with a dot; "dot your `i's"
What part of speech is dot?
Dot is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does dot have?
Dot has 8 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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