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The definition of spot
30 Definitions of: spot
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- noun, a small mark on a surface, such as a circular patch or stain, differing in colour or texture from its surroundings
- noun, a geographical area that is restricted in extent
- noun, a location
- noun, a blemish of the skin, esp a pimple or one occurring through some disease
- noun, a blemish on the character of a person; moral flaw
- noun, a place of entertainment
- noun, a small quantity or amount
- noun, an awkward situation
- noun, a short period between regular television or radio programmes that is used for advertising
- noun, a position or length of time in a show assigned to a specific performer
- noun, short for spotlight
- noun, a). Also called: spot ball the white ball that is distinguished from the plain by a mark or spot b) the player using this ball
- noun, billiards snooker one of several small black dots on a table that mark where a ball is to be placed
- noun, a) denoting or relating to goods, currencies, or securities available for immediate delivery and payment. See also spot market, spot price b) involving immediate cash payment
- noun, change one's spots to reform one's character
- noun, high spot an outstanding event
- noun, knock spots off to outstrip or outdo with ease
- noun, on the spot a) immediately b) at the place in question c) in the best possible position to deal with a situation d) in an awkward predicament e) without moving from the place of one's location, etc f) (as modifier)
- noun, soft spot a special sympathetic affection or weakness for a person or thing
- noun, tight spot a serious, difficult, or dangerous situation
- noun, weak spot a) some aspect of a character or situation that is susceptible to criticism b) a flaw in a person's knowledge
- verb, to observe or perceive suddenly, esp under difficult circumstances; discern
- verb, to put stains or spots upon (something)
- verb, (of some fabrics) to be susceptible to spotting by or as if by water
- verb, to place here and there
- verb, to look out for and note (trains, talent, etc)
- verb, to rain slightly; spit
- verb, billiards to place (a ball) on one of the spots
- verb, military to adjust fire in order to correct deviations from (the target) by observation
- verb, to yield (an advantage or concession) to (one's opponent)
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©HarperCollins 2008. Collins English Dictionary definition of spot