spot

/spˈɒt/

/ˈspɑt/

[noun] [verb]

Spot

[NOUN]

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

synonyms : dapple

a particular point or location that is identified or located in relation to the surrounding surface features of a region or area

synonyms : place

topographic point

a small red circle on someone's skin that is raised, particularly on their face

synonyms : pimple

a segment of a television or radio show assigned to a particular person or a type of performance

a blemish made by dirt

synonyms : blot

an outstanding characteristic

synonyms : point

a short section or illustration (as between radio or tv programs or in a magazine) that is often used for advertising

a job in an organization

synonyms : berth

a business establishment for entertainment

an act that brings discredit to the person who does it

synonyms : blot

smear

smirch

stain

a lamp that produces a strong beam of light to illuminate a restricted area; used to focus attention of a stage performer

synonyms : spotlight

a playing card with a specified number of pips on it to indicate its value

a mark on a die or on a playing card (shape depending on the suit)

synonyms : pip

a small amount of something, usually a liquid

synonyms : bit

a slight attack of illness

synonyms : touch

to spot

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

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

synonyms : descry

espy

spy

mark with a spot or spots so as to allow easy recognition

become spotted

make a spot or mark onto

synonyms : blob

blot

fleck

mar or impair with a flaw

synonyms : blemish

detect with the senses

synonyms : discern

Examples

1. That bacon sandwich really hit the spot!

2. A cup of coffee hits the spot at any given time.

3. I spotted a beautiful vintage motorcycle at the bike show.

4. You can spot undercover cops a mile off.

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