Dalmatian
Dalmatian (noun) means a breed of dog with short white fur covered in dark spots. Example: “The fire station keeps a dalmatian as its mascot.”
How to use Dalmatian
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUsually refers to the black-and-white spotted dog breed, or to things connected to the Dalmatia region.
Word forms
more Dalmatian comparative, Dalmatians plural, most Dalmatian superlative
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Etymology
Named after Dalmatia, the historical region on the Croatian coast where the dog breed is believed to have originated.
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What does “Dalmatian” mean?
The word “Dalmatian” means a breed of dog with short white fur covered in dark spots. In plain terms, usually refers to the black-and-white spotted dog breed, or to things connected to the Dalmatia region.
How do you pronounce “Dalmatian”?
“Dalmatian” is pronounced dal-MAY-shuhn (/dælˈmeɪ.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Dalmatian” in a sentence?
Here is “Dalmatian” used in a sentence: “The fire station keeps a dalmatian as its mascot.”
What part of speech is “Dalmatian”?
Depending on how it is used, “Dalmatian” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “Dalmatian” have?
“Dalmatian” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a breed of dog with short white fur covered in dark spots.