fleck
11 synonyms for fleck, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small spot, streak, or speckle.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A small spot, streak, or speckle.
“His hair had flecks of grey at the temples.”
How to use fleck
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
flecked with grey
flecks of paint
flecked with light
Etymology
From Old Norse flekkr ("spot"), related to German Fleck.
Full origin of fleck →Frequently asked questions
What does “fleck” mean?
The word “fleck” means a small spot, streak, or speckle. In plain terms, a tiny spot or speck of color, or the act of scattering such spots.
How do you pronounce “fleck”?
“Fleck” is pronounced flehk (/flɛk/ in IPA).
How do you use “fleck” in a sentence?
Here is “fleck” used in a sentence: “His hair had flecks of grey at the temples.”
What part of speech is “fleck”?
Depending on how it is used, “fleck” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “fleck” come from?
The word “fleck” comes from Old Norse. From Old Norse flekkr ("spot"), related to German Fleck.
How many meanings does “fleck” have?
“Fleck” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small spot, streak, or speckle.
