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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The mother-daughter pair stunned in dresses, Catherine’s a gorgeous purple color, Charlotte’s a blue polka dot ensemble.
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Sara Vallone, Miami Herald, 14 July 2024
With polka dots and papery wings, spotted lanternflies feed on more than 100 species of plants and cost the U.S. millions of dollars in agricultural damage each year.
—Byhannah Richter, science.org, 9 July 2024
Find it on Amazon This Flowy Dress Will Bring a Relaxed Look to Your Summer Vibe
With its playful polka dot design and vibrant colors, this flowy dress gives you a carefree look.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 13 Aug. 2024
The pom pom polka dots may be my favorite detail, but I’m also drawn to the two side pockets that are conveniently deep enough to hold my phone and keys.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2024
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Sara Vallone, Miami Herald, 14 July 2024
With polka dots and papery wings, spotted lanternflies feed on more than 100 species of plants and cost the U.S. millions of dollars in agricultural damage each year.
—Byhannah Richter, science.org, 9 July 2024
Find it on Amazon This Flowy Dress Will Bring a Relaxed Look to Your Summer Vibe
With its playful polka dot design and vibrant colors, this flowy dress gives you a carefree look.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 13 Aug. 2024
The pom pom polka dots may be my favorite detail, but I’m also drawn to the two side pockets that are conveniently deep enough to hold my phone and keys.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 9 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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