polka dot
noun
pol·ka dot
ˈpō-kə-ˌdät 
: a dot in a pattern of regularly distributed dots in textile design
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Images and videos posted on social media show graphics featuring white sculptures and walls covered in the artist’s signature red polka dots.
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Karen K. Ho, ARTnews.com, 21 Oct. 2024
Area Stars Polka-Dot Chiffon Dress As for Kate’s dress, there are two ways to take to the trend: polka dots or tie necklines.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 15 Oct. 2024
This afternoon, the princess made the first of those appearances in Southport, dressed in a longline coat with a maroon polka dot blouse and delicate Catherine Zoraida earrings.
—Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2024
This satin polka dot plus-size romper from Chelsea28—also available in straight sizing—delivers on all fronts.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 11 Aug. 2024
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Karen K. Ho, ARTnews.com, 21 Oct. 2024
Area Stars Polka-Dot Chiffon Dress As for Kate’s dress, there are two ways to take to the trend: polka dots or tie necklines.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 15 Oct. 2024
This afternoon, the princess made the first of those appearances in Southport, dressed in a longline coat with a maroon polka dot blouse and delicate Catherine Zoraida earrings.
—Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2024
This satin polka dot plus-size romper from Chelsea28—also available in straight sizing—delivers on all fronts.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 11 Aug. 2024
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polka dot
noun
pol·ka dot
ˈpō-kə-
: a dot in a textile pattern of evenly spaced dots
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