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ON THE DOT
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Dictionary entry overview: What does on the dot mean?
• ON THE DOT (adverb)
The adverb ON THE DOT has 1 sense:
1. just as it should be
Familiarity information: ON THE DOT used as an adverb is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Just as it should be
Synonyms:
exactly; on the button; on the dot; on the nose; precisely
Context example:
'Precisely, my lord,' he said
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