Associations to the word «Dote»
Adverb
Wiktionary
DOTE, verb. (intransitive) (usually with on) To be excessively fond of.
DOTE, verb. (intransitive) (archaic) To act in a foolish manner; to be senile.
DOTE, noun. (Ireland) A darling, a cutie.
DOTE, noun. (obsolete) An imbecile; a dotard.
Dictionary definition
DOTE, verb. Be foolish or senile due to old age.
DOTE, verb. Shower with love; show excessive affection for; "Grandmother dotes on her the twins".
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