polka dot
Americannoun
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a dot or round spot (printed, woven, or embroidered) repeated to form a pattern on a textile fabric.
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a pattern of or a fabric with such dots.
noun
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one of a pattern of small circular regularly spaced spots on a fabric
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a fabric or pattern with such spots
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( as modifier )
a polka-dot dress
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Other Word Forms
- polka-dot adjective
- polka-dotted adjective
Etymology
Origin of polka dot
An Americanism dating back to 1880–85
Example Sentences
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Carter incorporates Guy’s real-life signature polka dots to highlight “this is a real story of the blues, and this is a real bluesman.”
From Los Angeles Times
"You need to get colour and interest into the room. I go for stripes or check or polka dot and you can get a set for around £10."
From BBC
Stewart did not refrain from expressing this opinion in the saltiest terms on-air, especially to Carlson, the show’s co-host who was cast as the overgrown college Republican with odious views and a polka dot bowtie.
From Salon
During closing arguments, Cardi B wore a black and white polka dot suit with a red bow, her black hair tied up.
From BBC
Its storefront, painted with polka dots and decorated with giant butterflies, sits like a cheery oasis in Gustine’s four-block downtown, a riot of green spilling from the planter boxes out front.
From Los Angeles Times
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