1 C1 informal
To write something briefly and quickly in order not to forget it.
"Dot down your email address and I'll send you the details later."
separable
dot down
C1 informal separable transitive
To write something down quickly as a brief note.
In plain English
To write a quick note so you don't forget something.
What does "dot down" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To place a small dot or mark on paper — i.e., to write something briefly.
Actually means
To write a quick note so you don't forget something.
Usage tip
Relatively uncommon. Less standard than 'jot down'. May be used by analogy with 'jot down', treating 'dot' as marking a small point. Mostly British informal usage.
Words that pair with "dot down"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
number address idea note detail name
How to conjugate "dot down"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
dot down
I/you/we/they
3rd person
dots down
he/she/it
Past simple
doted down
yesterday
Past participle
doted down
have + pp
-ing form
doting down
continuous
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