noun
Uncommon
spotting
Spotting (noun) means the act of noticing or catching sight of something. Example: “Bird spotting is popular along this stretch of coast.”
noun
1
The act of noticing or catching sight of something.
"Bird spotting is popular along this stretch of coast."
2
A pattern made up of small spots.
"The dog’s coat had light spotting across its back."
3
(medical) Light vaginal bleeding that occurs outside of a normal period.
"She mentioned some spotting to her doctor at the check-up."
How to use spotting
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the act of noticing/sighting something, a pattern of spots, or light unexpected bleeding, depending on context.
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- Plural
- spottings
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What does “spotting” mean?
The word “spotting” means the act of noticing or catching sight of something. In plain terms, either the act of noticing/sighting something, a pattern of spots, or light unexpected bleeding, depending on context.
How do you use “spotting” in a sentence?
Here is “spotting” used in a sentence: “Bird spotting is popular along this stretch of coast.”
What part of speech is “spotting”?
“Spotting” is a noun.
Is “spotting” a common word?
“Spotting” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “spotting” have?
“Spotting” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of noticing or catching sight of something.
