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noun

Definition of blotchnext
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as in fleck
a small area that is different (as in color) from the main part a dog with a single small blotch of black

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as in defect
something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing that cell tower is another blotch on the landscape

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blotch

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verb

ˈbläch How to pronounce blotch (audio)
as in to dot
to mark with small spots especially unevenly my pen leaked and blotched my shirt pocket

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Recent Examples of blotch
Noun
Verticillium wilt causes similar blotches and yellowing. — Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2026 Pine snakes can grow up to 56 inches in length, have black, brown, and russet scales with dark blotches along their backs, and are noted for having a pointed nose, which experts believe may help with burrowing. — Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026
Verb
His guests, their faces blotched from exertion, stare upward in dismay. — Thomas Palmer, Discover Magazine, 11 Nov. 2019 The friend spotted a big male Chinook — its fins torn, its back blotched with the fungus of decay. — Special To The Oregonian, OregonLive.com, 5 May 2018 See All Example Sentences for blotch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blotch
  1. fleck
  2. defect
  3. dot
  4. speck
  5. scar
  6. sprinkle
  7. patch
  8. mark
Noun
  • Some kits include stone-like chips or flecks to scatter over the surface of the wet paint for a realistic effect.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Hundreds of flecks of sequins caught the light as Jenner made her way down the red carpet, glittering from every angle.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of fleck
Noun
  • Autonomous navigation Transcatheter closure is a minimally invasive technique that repairs structural heart defects without open-heart surgery.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) conducts screenings on the general population for those between 14 and 35 years old and found that one in every 300 people has a life-threatening heart defect.
    — Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of defect
Verb
  • So many faux-drone overhead flights across the Thames, dotted with pretty little boats!
    — Michael Phillips, Variety, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Featuring various zones of native vegetation alongside bougainvillea and jacarandas, the park is dotted with generous public seating and has an amphitheater for outdoor events or general lounging.
    — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of dot
Noun
  • Calcium shows up as bright white specks on the coronary artery images.
    — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Pulse a few times, until crumbs range in size from specks to peas.
    — Leah Eskin, Midwest Living, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of speck
Noun
  • Cardiac arrhythmia ablation, according to the British Heart Foundation, is when heat or cold energy is used to create tiny scars in the heart to block faulty signals and restore a typical heartbeat.
    — Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Wildfire burn scars increase the chances for flash-flooding events.
    — Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of scar
Verb
  • The foam men were meant to be sprinkled throughout the city near any event tied to Quebec New York 2001.
    — Jesse McLaren, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Manári Taverna's skioufichta—a thick, brothy pasta dish sprinkled with cheese—is perfect with a glass of red wine, Agapi says.
    — Olivia Morelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of sprinkle
Noun
  • Although it can be used once daily, glycolic-acid newcomers and sensitive skin types may want to start with two or three evenings a week—whether applying it to the face, scalp, or rough patches below the neck—and work their way up.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Continue reading … FIELD OF FURY — Midwest pumpkin patch sparks outrage with Charlie Kirk corn maze tribute.
    — , FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of patch
Noun
  • The seven-year deal marks L3Harris’ largest PAC-3 propulsion award to date.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2026
  • The 2026 season will be littered with historical moments as players look to set career marks and reach new milestones.
    — Saad Yousuf, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
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