polka dot

noun

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

Examples of polka dot in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Danson, 76, opted for a classic black tuxedo for his red carpet look but added a touch of flair with a black-and-white polka dot tie and pocket handkerchief. Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 11 Mar. 2024 The result was a strapless black polka dot gown with a matching stole. Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 10 Mar. 2024 Loads of flannels or bomber jackets, or saucy little polka dot dresses with tights. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2024 An 11-year-old girl sits under a beach umbrella in red lipstick and a polka dot bathing suit. Michael H. Keller, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2024 Scoop chocolate and strawberry ice cream balls to create the polka dots. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Jan. 2024 Michael Michael Kors polka dot Georgette belted tie-neck romper Falke Pure Matt 100 DEN tights Gucci rectangle optical frame Rag & Bone Shiloh mid boots @gwynethpaltrow A timeless white T-shirt is a must. Alexis Bennett Parker, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2024 Part Two premiere in N.Y.C. 13 of 19 America Ferrera America Ferrera brought polka dots to life with this fun halter-neck dress speckled with round 3D tinsel adornments. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 26 Feb. 2024 Marni and Zhang created a version of the coat for women, too, with a Lily White exterior and black polka dots. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 6 Feb. 2024

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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 29 Mar. 2024.

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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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