maculation
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mac·u·la·tion

noun \ˌma-kyə-ˈlā-shən\

Definition of MACULATION

1
archaic : the state of being spotted
2
a : a blemish in the form of a discrete spot <acne scars and maculations>
b : the arrangement of spots and markings on an animal or plant

First Known Use of MACULATION

15th century

mac·u·la·tion

noun \ˌmak-yə-ˈlā-shən\   (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of MACULATION

1
: a blemish in the form of a discrete spot <acne scars and maculations>
2
: the arrangement of spots and markings on an animal or plant

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