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doted

The correct spelling is doted.

How to pronounce doted

verb

IPA: /ˈdəʊtɪd/

Say it like: Dot-ed

The correct spelling is doted. (usually with on) To be weakly or foolishly fond of somebody. For example: "Little Bill's parents just keep doting on him."

Usage Examples

Little Bill's parents just keep doting on him.

doted wood

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.(usually with on) To be weakly or foolishly fond of somebody.
  2. 2.To act in a foolish manner; to be senile.

adjective

  1. 1.Stupid; foolish
  2. 2.Half-rotten

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