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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

mot

/mɒt/ noun · British & US
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What does mot mean?

noun

A French word meaning 'motive' or 'reason', often used in art and design to describe the underlying idea or concept behind a work.

Example

"The artist's use of color was motivated by a desire to evoke a sense of calm, a key mot behind the entire piece."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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