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Favorite spot

/ˈfeɪ.vər.ɪt spɒt/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #4500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A particular place that someone particularly likes to visit, relax in, or frequent.

    "That quiet corner of the library is my favorite spot for studying."
  2. 2

    A preferred location designated for a specific activity or pastime.

    "We found a great favorite spot by the lake to watch the sunset."

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Derived from 'favorite', originating in the late 16th century from Italian 'favorito' (past participle of 'favorire', from Latin 'favere' meaning to show favor), combined with 'spot', originating in the late Middle English period meaning a specific location or place. Together, the compound phrase represents a preferred or cherished physical location.

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