age spots

plural noun

: benign flat spots of dark pigmentation on the skin (as from exposure to the sun) occurring especially among older people

called also liver spots

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As for the more permanent benefits—first off, sun damage is one of the biggest contributors to age spots and wrinkles, and this has SPF 50 protection. Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 14 Apr. 2026 Gloves help to minimize common signs of aging on our hands such as age spots. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026 Gloves help to minimize common signs of aging on our hands such as age spots. Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026 Collagen peptides renew and hydrate your skin with a bouncy glow to target wrinkles and fine lines, while niacinamide (vitamin B3) adds a bright finish that targets age spots. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for age spots

Word History

First Known Use

1920, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of age spots was in 1920

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“Age spots.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/age%20spots. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.

Medical Definition

age spots

noun plural
: benign flat spots evenly colored with darker pigment that occur on sun-exposed skin (as of the hands) especially of persons aged 50 and over

called also lentigo senilis, liver spots

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