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to blot
01
to make a mark or spot on a surface by spreading a liquid substance
Transitive: to blot a surface or fabric
Examples
The rain caused the newspaper ink to run and blot the printed text.
Be careful with the watercolor brush; too much water can blot the delicate paper.
02
to remove moisture or liquid from a wet surface using an absorbent material
Transitive: to blot moisture or liquid
Examples
She blotted the spilled water from the table with a kitchen towel.
After washing the car, he used a soft cloth to blot the excess water from the surface.
