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dapple

/dæpl/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does dapple mean?

verb, noun

To mark or cover with spots or patches of color, typically in a irregular or patchy manner. A spot or patch of color, especially one that is irregular or patchy.

Example

"The horse's coat was dappled with sunlight as it galloped through the forest."

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