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

Example:
Sunlight began to dapple the forest floor.
The artist used various shades to dapple the canvas.

Adjective

marked with spots or patches of color or light and shade

Example:
The horse had a beautiful dapple coat.
The forest floor was covered in dapple sunlight.

Noun

a spot or patch of color or light and shade

Example:
The sunlight created beautiful dapples on the wall.
The horse was known for its distinctive dapples.