spot
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- IPA /spɒt/
Noun
spot noun
- A round or irregular patch on the surface of a thing having a different color, texture etc. and generally round in shape.“The leopard is noted for the spots of color in its fur.”
- A stain or disfiguring mark.“I have tried everything, and I can’t get this spot out.”
- A pimple, papule or pustule.“I think she's got chicken pox; she's covered in spots.”
- A small, unspecified amount or quantity.“Would you like to come round on Sunday for a spot of lunch?”
Verb
spot verb
- To see, find; to pick out, notice, locate, distinguish or identify.“Try to spot the differences between these two pictures.”
- To loan a small amount of money to someone.“I’ll spot you ten dollars for lunch.”
- To stain; to leave a spot (on).“Hard water will spot if it is left on a surface.”
- To remove, or attempt to remove, a stain.“I spotted the carpet where the child dropped spaghetti.”
Adjective
spot adjective
- Available on the spot; for immediate payment or delivery.“spot wheat; spot cash; a spot contract”
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