Dalmatian
noun
A breed of dog known for its white coat with black or brown spots.
My neighbor has two Dalmatians, they are very playful and friendly.
Often appears as...
- dalmatian puppies
- purebred dalmatian
adjective
Of or relating to Dalmatia, a region of Croatia.
They enjoyed their vacation on the Dalmatian coast.
Often appears as...
- dalmatian coast
- dalmatian cuisine
noun
A breed of dog known for its white coat with black or brown spots.
My neighbor has two Dalmatians, they are very playful and friendly.
Often appears as...
- dalmatian puppies
- purebred dalmatian
adjective
Of or relating to Dalmatia, a region of Croatia.
They enjoyed their vacation on the Dalmatian coast.
Often appears as...
- dalmatian coast
- dalmatian cuisine
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Spotted Dogs
Use 'Dalmatian' when talking about the specific breed with spots, not just any white and spotted dog.
The fire station adopted a Dalmatian for its iconic spotted look.
Pro Tip 2/3Disney's Influence
Dalmatians are often associated with the Disney movie '101 Dalmatians'; this can be a cultural reference point.
Her collection of Dalmatian figurines was inspired by her love for '101 Dalmatians'.
Pro Tip 3/3Historical Roots
The name 'Dalmatian' actually relates to the historical region called Dalmatia, where the breed was first noted.
It's believed that Dalmatians trace back to Dalmatia, an area in modern-day Croatia.
Pro Tip 1/3Spotted Dogs
Use 'Dalmatian' when talking about the specific breed with spots, not just any white and spotted dog.
The fire station adopted a Dalmatian for its iconic spotted look.
Pro Tip 2/3Disney's Influence
Dalmatians are often associated with the Disney movie '101 Dalmatians'; this can be a cultural reference point.
Her collection of Dalmatian figurines was inspired by her love for '101 Dalmatians'.
Pro Tip 3/3Historical Roots
The name 'Dalmatian' actually relates to the historical region called Dalmatia, where the breed was first noted.
It's believed that Dalmatians trace back to Dalmatia, an area in modern-day Croatia.
Pro Tip 1/3Spotted Dogs
Use 'Dalmatian' when talking about the specific breed with spots, not just any white and spotted dog.
The fire station adopted a Dalmatian for its iconic spotted look.
Pro Tip 2/3Disney's Influence
Dalmatians are often associated with the Disney movie '101 Dalmatians'; this can be a cultural reference point.
Her collection of Dalmatian figurines was inspired by her love for '101 Dalmatians'.
Pro Tip 3/3Historical Roots
The name 'Dalmatian' actually relates to the historical region called Dalmatia, where the breed was first noted.
It's believed that Dalmatians trace back to Dalmatia, an area in modern-day Croatia.
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