spot
spot
spɑt
spaat
/spɒt/

Definition & Meaning of "spot"in English

Spot
01

a small usually round mark that has a different color or texture from the surface it is on

spot definition and meaning
Examples
There was a dark spot on the carpet where the spilled coffee had dried.
02

a specific point or location identified relative to surrounding features in an area or region

spot definition and meaning
Examples
The hikers stopped at a scenic spot on the trail.
03

a small red raised mark on the skin, often on the face

spot definition and meaning
Examples
He had a spot on his cheek before the party.
04

a segment of a radio or television program assigned to a performer, topic, or advertisement

Examples
The comedian had a ten-minute spot on the evening show.
05

a small mark or blemish on a surface, including dirt, stain, or smear

Examples
There was a spot of ink on the table.
06

an outstanding characteristic or notable feature of a person, thing, or situation

Examples
His generosity is his best spot.
07

a short section, illustration, or advertisement within a magazine, radio, or TV program

Examples
The magazine includes a spot for local events.
08

a position, job, or role within an organization

Examples
He secured a spot in the management team.
09

a place of business or establishment, especially for entertainment or leisure

Examples
They went to a new spot downtown for dinner.
10

an act or incident that brings discredit or dishonor

Examples
His mistake left a spot on his reputation.
11

a lamp producing a strong, focused beam of light, often used to illuminate a performer or area on stage

Examples
The actor stepped into the spot on the stage.
12

a card marked with a number of symbols indicating its value in a game

13

a mark on a die or playing card indicating value

Examples
The die has six spots.
14

a small quantity or portion of something, usually liquid

Examples
He added a spot of milk to his coffee.
15

a brief or minor attack of illness

to spot
01

to notice or see someone or something that is hard to do so

Transitive: to spot sb/sth
Examples
The hiker could spot the rare bird perched high in the trees.
02

to mark something with small spots or marks to make it easy to recognize

Transitive: to spot sth
Examples
She spotted the suitcase with a bright sticker to recognize it easily.
03

to develop marks or stains, often in the form of small, irregular patches

Intransitive
Examples
The leaves of the plant began to spot as the weather turned cooler.
04

to put a small mark or stain onto something

Transitive: to spot sth
Examples
He spotted the paper with ink while writing too quickly.
05

to damage or tarnish someone's reputation or moral integrity

Transitive: to spot a person or their moral qualities
Examples
His actions in the scandal completely spotted his reputation.
06

to assist someone during a heavy lift, especially to ensure safety in exercises like the bench press

Slang
Examples
Can you spot me on this bench press?
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