Dot (en. Dowry)

/dɔt/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A small point, often used to mark or separate elements.
He dotted every 'i' in his text.
Il a mis un dot sur chaque 'i' dans son texte.
In computing, a symbol used in web addresses or files.
The URL contains dots to separate the domain and extension.
L'URL contient des dots pour séparer le domaine et l'extension.
A drawing or painting point.
The painting is filled with dots of different colors.
Le tableau est rempli de dots de différentes couleurs.

Etymology

Origin of the English word 'dot', meaning a small point.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dotting the 'i'
To complete or specify something.
dot sur le 'i'
the small dowry
A small amount or a low value.
la petite dot
dot hole
A marked space or void.
trou de dot

Related Words

point
A symbol or indication.
point
mark
An indication or sign.
marque
symbol
An element representing something.
symbole

Slang Meanings

A small insignificant detail.
Don't worry about that dot, it's nothing serious.
Ne t'inquiète pas pour ce dot, ce n'est rien de grave.
A numerical element in a game or application.
He earned a dot after completing the mission.
Il a gagné un dot après avoir réussi la mission.