Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on-the-dot
idiom
ˈɒn ðə dɒt
Definition
Exactly on time.
Examples
- She arrived at 3 PM on the dot for her appointment.
- The meeting started on-the-dot, without any late arrivals.
- If you say you’ll be there at noon, I expect you to be there on the dot!
Meaning
The phrase ‘on-the-dot’ refers to something that occurs at the precise moment expected or scheduled, without any delay.
Synonyms
- on time
- punctually
- at the precise moment
- exactly
