Meaning of the word dapple in English
What does dapple mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
dapple
US /ˈdæp.əl/
UK /ˈdæp.əl/
Verb
to mark with spots or patches of color or light and shade
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Sunlight began to dapple the forest floor.
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The artist used various shades to dapple the canvas.
Adjective
marked with spots or patches of color or light and shade
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The horse had a beautiful dapple coat.
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The forest floor was covered in dapple sunlight.
Noun
a spot or patch of color or light and shade
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The sunlight created beautiful dapples on the wall.
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The horse was known for its distinctive dapples.