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dotes

The correct spelling is dotes.

How to pronounce dotes

noun

IPA: /dəʊts/

Say it like: Dot-es

The correct spelling is dotes. A darling, a cutie. For example: "Little Bill's parents just keep doting on him."

Usage Examples

Little Bill's parents just keep doting on him.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A darling, a cutie.
  2. 2.An imbecile; a dotard.

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.

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