Dote on

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phrasal verb

To love someone very much, often too much and show a lot of attention.

She dotes on her younger son, always buying him presents and taking him places.
Visual representation of "dote on" - To love someone very much, often too much and show a lot of attention

Often appears as...

  • dote on someone
  • dote on her son
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Emotional Excess

Indicates excessive affection, even when the person receiving it might not need or want it.

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Even though her son is 30, she still dotes on him like he's a child.
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Positive Context

Generally used in positive contexts to express deep affection, despite the potential for overindulgence.

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Her grandmother dotes on the whole family, always ready with hugs and cookies.
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Often Family

Commonly used with close family relationships, like parents to children or grandchildren.

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It's heartwarming to see how much he dotes on his little granddaughter.
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