Pronunciation: [dˈə͡ʊlma͡ɪt] (IPA) 
The word "Dolemite" is a name given to a character in a '70s Blaxploitation film. Phonetically, it is pronounced as /doʊlmaɪt/. The first syllable "doh" is pronounced with a long "o" sound and the second syllable "lime" is pronounced with a long "i" sound. The "t" at the end is pronounced strongly. The spelling of this word is unique and may be difficult to remember for some due to its uncommon combinations of vowels and consonants.
"Dolemite" refers to a term that has multiple meanings and origins. It can be a noun or a proper noun, depending on the context. Overall, "Dolemite" is often associated with various representations, including a film character, an exploitation film, or the blaxploitation genre.
As a noun, "Dolemite" specifically refers to the central character of the 1975 blaxploitation film named "Dolemite," portrayed by Rudy Ray Moore. Dolemite is depicted as a fictional, larger-than-life African American pimp and kung fu artist who fights crime in the city. The name itself has become emblematic of the character, representing a unique blend of flamboyant style, confidence, and street smarts.
Apart from the character, "Dolemite" also denotes a particular film genre called blaxploitation. This genre of the 1970s featured mainly African American casts and aimed to entertain audiences with stories centering on crime, action, and social issues, often with an urban setting.
The popularity of the "Dolemite" character and film has extended beyond its initial release, with subsequent sequels, spin-offs, parodies, and even a recent biographical film about Rudy Ray Moore, titled "Dolemite Is My Name" (2019). The term has become synonymous with the blaxploitation era of filmmaking and continues to have a cultural impact, representing a unique chapter in the history of African American cinema.
The word "Dolemite" is derived from the name of the iconic fictional character "Dolemite", created and portrayed by comedian and actor Rudy Ray Moore. The character of Dolemite first appeared in the 1975 blaxploitation film of the same name, which was also produced by Rudy Ray Moore. The exact origin and etymology of the name are not well-documented, but it is believed to be a combination of Moore's own last name "Moore" and the word "dynamite", reflecting the explosive and energetic nature of the character. Due to the popularity of the film, the name "Dolemite" later became associated with Moore's comedic and often raunchy style and became a part of pop culture slang.
