dot down
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To score a try
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
[…]Makazole Mapimpi became the first Springbok try scorer in a RWC final when he dotted down in the 67th minute.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “dot down” mean?
To score a try
Is “dot down” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.