noun
blot
blot
Blot (noun) means a spot or stain, especially of ink or a similar substance. Example: “There was an ink blot on the corner of the page.”
noun
1
A spot or stain, especially of ink or a similar substance.
"There was an ink blot on the corner of the page."
2
Something that damages a reputation; a disgrace.
"The scandal was a blot on his otherwise spotless career."
verb
1
To soak up excess liquid, especially with absorbent paper.
"She blotted the spilled coffee with a napkin."
2
To stain or mark with a coloured substance.
"Ink blotted the tablecloth when the pen leaked."
How to use blot
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA stain, or something that damages a reputation; also, to soak up liquid.
Common pairings
a blot on one's record
blot out
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Word forms
- Plural
- blots
- Third person singular
- blots
- Past tense
- blotted
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Etymology
From Middle English blot, meaning a stain or blemish, possibly from Old Norse or Old French roots.
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What does “blot” mean?
The word “blot” means a spot or stain, especially of ink or a similar substance. In plain terms, a stain, or something that damages a reputation; also, to soak up liquid.
How do you pronounce “blot”?
“Blot” is pronounced blot (/blɑt/ in IPA).
How do you use “blot” in a sentence?
Here is “blot” used in a sentence: “There was an ink blot on the corner of the page.”
What part of speech is “blot”?
Depending on how it is used, “blot” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “blot” come from?
The word “blot” comes from Old French. From Middle English blot, meaning a stain or blemish, possibly from Old Norse or Old French roots.
How many meanings does “blot” have?
“Blot” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a spot or stain, especially of ink or a similar substance.
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