noun
spotting
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.
Word Forms
spottings plural
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