"dot"の定義と意味

Dot

名詞

点（てん）, ドット

a small, round mark or spot

What is a "dot"?

A dot (·) is a small round punctuation mark used in various ways in writing and typography. It is commonly used to indicate a decimal point in numbers, such as in "3.14," where it separates the whole number from the fractional part. Dots can also serve as bullet points in lists, representing individual items, or as a part of ellipses (… ) to indicate omitted text. In some contexts, dots are used in abbreviations or to signify pauses in speech. Their simplicity and versatility make dots an important element in written communication.

Example

She put a red dot on the map to mark the location of her house.

The artist used tiny dots to create a beautiful painting.

The painter added a final dot of white paint to complete the artwork.

音楽記号, ドット

a small round symbol in written music indicating augmentation of time by one half or staccato

What is a "dot"?

In music, a dot is a symbol placed immediately after a note or rest that extends its duration by half of its original value. For example, if a dot is added to a half note, which normally lasts for two beats, it becomes a dotted half note that lasts for three beats. The dot extends the length of the note, making it longer than it would be without the dot. This helps to create varied rhythms and add complexity to musical compositions.

ドット, ドットエス

street name for lysergic acid diethylamide

点（てん）, ・（まる）

the shorter of the two telegraphic signals used in Morse code

運輸省 (うんゆしょう), 交通省 (こうつうしょう)

the United States federal department that institutes and coordinates national transportation programs; created in 1966

ドット, 点

a small round mark used to separate parts of a website name or an email address

to dot

動詞

点を置く, ドットを打つ

to place a small, round spot or point on a surface