adjective
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characterized by spots or marks, esp in having a pattern of spots
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stained or blemished; soiled or bespattered
Other Word Forms
- spottedly adverb
- spottedness noun
Etymology
Origin of spotted
Example Sentences
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The man was spotted about a quarter-mile offshore, according to the fire department.
From Los Angeles Times
For example, the Hindenburg Omen was spotted just before the stock-market top in early 2022 that preceded a painful bear market.
From MarketWatch
She has been spotted numerous times cheering her home team the Calgary Flames with her family.
From BBC
Individual leopards were identified by the unique rosette patterns on their fur, a standard technique used for spotted big cats.
From BBC
Duolingo is also planning a larger marketing campaign tied to Bad Bunny’s halftime appearance; the company’s famous owl mascot was recently spotted dressed as the singer in the New York City subway.
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