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10 Language-to-English DictionariesSpot
/spɒt/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A small, round area that is noticeably different in color, texture, or appearance from its surroundings.
"The leopard's coat is covered in dark spots." - 2
A particular place or location.
"This quiet beach is a wonderful spot for a picnic."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from Middle Low German or Middle Dutch 'spot' or 'spotte', meaning a blemish, stain, or disgrace. The noun evolved in the late 16th century to denote a small distinct area differing in color or texture, later extending metaphorically to specific geographical locations or television commercials.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Spot" is said worldwide
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tache
Transliteration: tash
"Il a une tache sur sa chemise."
Fleck
Transliteration: flek
"Der Hund hat schwarze Flecken."
macchia
Transliteration: makkia
"C'è una macchia sul tappeto."
mancha
Transliteration: mancha
"La camisa tiene una pequeña mancha."
mancha
Transliteration: mansha
"Encontrei um bom lugar para relaxar."
दाग
Transliteration: daag
"उसके कपड़े पर एक दाग है।"
点
Transliteration: diǎn
"这件衣服上有个斑点。"
점
Transliteration: jeom
"얼룩이 옷에묻었습니다."
点
Transliteration: ten
"シャツにシミがあります。"
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