(1) A tiny round, rectangular or square spot that is one element in a matrix, which is used to display or print a graphics or text image. See dot matrix .
(2) A period; for example, V dot 22 is the same as V.22.
(2) A period; for example, V dot 22 is the same as V.22.
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