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Dote on

/dəʊt ɒn/ phrasal verb

Meaning

to show great love and care for someone, often overindulgently

हिंदी मेंबहुत लाड़-प्यार करना

Example Sentences

“My grandmother absolutely dotes on her grandchildren.”

मेरी दादी अपने पोते-पोतियों पर बहुत लाड़-प्यार करती हैं।

⚠ Common Mistake

Confused with "doubt on" due to similar pronunciation — unrelated words.

Good to Know

Synonyms
adore, spoil
Antonyms
neglect, ignore

Written and reviewed by Maninder Thind · Last updated 17 August 2026

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