Advertisement
Advertisement
mot
[ moh ]
mot
1/ mɒt /
noun
- slang.a girl or young woman, esp one's girlfriend
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of mot1
Origin of mot2
Discover More
Example Sentences
A talented cartoonist, distinguished practical joker, and recognized as one of the kings of bon mot, he led a free and easy life.
This style of the decadence is the "dernier mot" of Verbe, summoned to express all and to venture to the very extremes.
A joke, a banter, a bon-mot, make more impression upon the man of the world than all the grave notions of his religion.
So Macklin subsided; and Thyrsis learned afterwards that his remark was going the rounds, being considered to be a mot.
The "sire," fell on the ears of Madame Chalice like a mot in a play; but Valmond, living up to his part, was grave and solicitous.
Advertisement
Word of the Day
[gal-uh-maw-free ]
Meaning and examplesStart each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!
By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse