Spot

/spɒt/

noun

  1. 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.

  2. A stain or disfiguring mark.

    I have tried everything, and I can’t get this spot out.

  3. A pimple, papule or pustule.

    I think she's got chicken pox; she's covered in spots.

verb

  1. To see, find; to pick out, notice, locate, distinguish or identify.

    Try to spot the differences between these two pictures.

  2. To loan a small amount of money to someone.

    I’ll spot you ten dollars for lunch.

  3. To stain; to leave a spot (on).

    Hard water will spot if it is left on a surface.

adjective

  1. Available on the spot; for immediate payment or delivery.

    spot wheat; spot cash; a spot contract

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