birthmark
Birthmark (noun) means a mark or discoloration on the skin that a person is born with. Example: “He has a small birthmark shaped like a crescent on his shoulder.”
How to use birthmark
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA patch of discolored skin someone has had since birth.
Word forms
birthmarks plural
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He has a small _____ shaped like a crescent on his shoulder.
Etymology
A compound of "birth" and "mark" — a mark present since birth.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “birthmark” mean?
The word “birthmark” means a mark or discoloration on the skin that a person is born with. In plain terms, a patch of discolored skin someone has had since birth.
How do you pronounce “birthmark”?
“Birthmark” is pronounced BTH-mahrk (/ˈbɝθˌmɑɹk/ in IPA).
How do you use “birthmark” in a sentence?
Here is “birthmark” used in a sentence: “He has a small birthmark shaped like a crescent on his shoulder.”
What part of speech is “birthmark”?
“Birthmark” is a noun.