noun
dalmatian
dal-MAY-shun/dælˈmeɪʃn/
A dog of a breed with a white coat and dark spots.
Our dalmatian has black spots all over her white coat.
Etymology
Dalmatian means “of Dalmatia,” and the breed name is shortened from “Dalmatian dog.” The dogs were presumably named for that region, but their actual Croatian ancestry is disputed.
In context
the classic black spots on a white background these spots can vary in size and shape giving each Dalmatian a unique and individual appearance
More examples
- The dalmatian trots beside its owner on their morning walk.
- Two dalmatians chase a ball across the yard.
- The firehouse mascot is a friendly dalmatian.
Forms
dalmatian · dalmatians