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
Etymology
Origin of spotted
Middle English word dating back to 1200–50; see origin at spot, -ed 3
Example Sentences
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He said locals told him they had spotted unusual helicopter activity there during the current war.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026
Two wild white-tailed eagles have attracted flocks of photographers after being spotted flying along the south coast.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
Less than a year ago, astronomers spotted a comet passing through our solar system that originated far beyond it.
From Science Daily • May 8, 2026
Perrotin eventually spotted Allen sitting half-hidden by plants in a small greenhouse on site.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
At first, I think she’s spotted a mail truck or found a coin in her car seat.
From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko
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