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dappled

/dæpld/ adjective · British & US
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What does dappled mean?

adjective

Having a mottled or patchy appearance, typically with light and dark areas; spotted or flecked with light.

Example

"The sunlight filtering through the trees created a dappled pattern on the forest floor."

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