dotted

/ˈdɑtɪd/
adjective
  1. Marked with small round marks or spots.
    • The butterfly's wings were dotted with tiny black spots.
    • She wore a blue dress with white dotted patterns.
    • The map showed a dotted trail leading through the forest.
  2. Consisting of or marked by a line made of separate dots (as opposed to a solid line).
    • Please sign your name on the dotted line.
    • The dotted border on the map indicates a disputed area.
    • Use a dotted line to show the planned route on the diagram.
  3. Scattered or placed in various locations.
    • The park is dotted with benches for visitors to rest.
    • Lighthouses are dotted along the rocky coastline.
    • Small farms are dotted across the countryside.
verb
  1. Past tense of dot: to mark with a small spot or spots.
    • The artist dotted the canvas with bright colors.
    • She dotted the i's carefully in her handwriting.
    • He dotted the map with pins to show all the places he had visited.
  2. Past tense of dot: to be scattered or placed in various locations.
    • Streetlights dotted the neighborhood, casting a warm glow.
    • Small islands dotted the bay.
    • Wildflowers dotted the meadow in spring.
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