Meaning of the word spot in English

What does spot mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

spot

US /spɑːt/

UK /spɒt/

a small, round mark or stain

Example:

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There's a grease spot on your shirt.

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The dog has black spots on its fur.

Synonym:

mark stain dot blemish speck

a particular place or area

Example:

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This is a great spot for a picnic.

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Can you save me a spot in line?

Synonym:

place location site position area

to see or notice someone or something, especially suddenly or with difficulty

Example:

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I finally spotted my friend in the crowd.

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Can you spot the difference between these two pictures?

Synonym:

see notice discern detect identify