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Dotty

Diminutive of Dorothy, from Greek meaning "gift of God".

Meaning and origin

Dotty is an informal diminutive of Dorothy, formed with the -y suffix rather than -ie.

How to pronounce Dotty

English (US)DAH-tee /ˈdɑːti/

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