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blot
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- pronunciation:
- blat
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a spot or stain.
There is a blot of ink on the paper where the pen leaked.- synonyms:
- spot
- similar words:
- blotch, daub, dot, mark, spatter, speck, splash, stain
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definition 2: |
something that spoils or is ugly.
The rotting garbage is a blot on the neighborhood.- synonyms:
- blemish
- similar words:
- defect, flaw
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part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
blots, blotting, blotted |
definition 1: |
to make a stain or spot upon.
The dripping paintbrush blotted my jeans.- synonyms:
- spot
- similar words:
- daub, dot, mark, spatter, stain
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definition 2: |
to soak up or dry with something that absorbs liquid.
She blotted her eyes with a tissue.- synonyms:
- absorb, soak up
- similar words:
- sponge
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related words: |
absorb, blur, dab, dry, soil, tarnish |
derivation: |
blotty (adj.) |
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