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spotting

spotting

4 3.9
Making small spots or stains appear on something
  • noun
  • /ˈspɑːtɪŋ/
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  • What I had initially just attributed to some spotting and cramping turned out not to be.

Examples

  • In September, I experienced tearful mood swings and light spotting. In October, the spotting continued, and I gained about 6 pounds in weight.

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  • And as you can see, we have this sort of black mottled spotting on the leaves.

  • I did, in fact, have early spotting throughout the first trimester with my first child.

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  • Warn the client if there is a likelihood of any bleeding or spotting.

    Academic text (2015)
  • Warn the patient if there is any likelihood of bleeding or spotting.

    Academic text (2011)
  • Since you did have some spotting and cramping, I wanna keep you overnight just in case.

  • Well, eventually light random spotting got heavier, and more cramps started, and finally all-out bleeding like a heavy period.

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  • Spotting can sometimes indicate a medical issue, so it is important to consult your doctor if spotting occurs.

  • Many women experience light spotting during their menstrual cycle, which is generally considered normal.

  • In early pregnancy, light spotting may occur and it is often not a cause for concern.

Synonyms

staining
vsspotting
3 3.7

The process of making a mark or color change on a surface like wood

focuses on causing distinct small blemishes rather than general surface discoloration
mottling
vsspotting
1 6.9

A pattern of spots or patches with different colors

is about producing simple marks or blemishes rather than varied color patterns
maculation
vsspotting
9.9

The state of being marked with spots or stains

is the common everyday word rather than formal technical usage

Antonyms

335 1.0

The act of removing dirt and dust from a place or object

clearing
  • Specialized
1 6.6

Removing tiny solid bits from a liquid so it becomes clear

How Stained

blotch
4 3.9
staining
3 3.7
spotting
4 3.9
marking
3 1.9

Surface Forms

spotting singular
spottings plural

Morphology

spotting = spot (transparent) = spot + ing

A straightforward deverbal noun: 'spot' (verb) + '-ing' = the action or result of spotting (making spots or staining).

Etymology

Spotting comes from the simple word spot, which means 'a small mark' or 'a stain'. So, spotting is the act of making or finding these small marks or stains.