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The definition of spot

30 Definitions of: spot

1. noun, a small mark on a surface, such as a circular patch or stain, differing in colour or texture from its surroundings
2. noun, a geographical area that is restricted in extent
3. noun, a location
4. noun, a blemish of the skin, esp a pimple or one occurring through some disease
5. noun, a blemish on the character of a person; moral flaw
6. noun, a place of entertainment
7. noun, a small quantity or amount
8. noun, an awkward situation
9. noun, a short period between regular television or radio programmes that is used for advertising
10. noun, a position or length of time in a show assigned to a specific performer
11. noun, short for spotlight
12. noun, a). Also called: spot ball the white ball that is distinguished from the plain by a mark or spot b) the player using this ball
13. noun, billiards snooker one of several small black dots on a table that mark where a ball is to be placed
14. noun, a) denoting or relating to goods, currencies, or securities available for immediate delivery and payment. See also spot market, spot price b) involving immediate cash payment
15. noun, change one's spots to reform one's character
16. noun, high spot an outstanding event
17. noun, knock spots off to outstrip or outdo with ease
18. noun, on the spot a) immediately b) at the place in question c) in the best possible position to deal with a situation d) in an awkward predicament e) without moving from the place of one's location, etc f) (as modifier)
19. noun, soft spot a special sympathetic affection or weakness for a person or thing
20. noun, tight spot a serious, difficult, or dangerous situation
21. noun, weak spot a) some aspect of a character or situation that is susceptible to criticism b) a flaw in a person's knowledge
22. verb, to observe or perceive suddenly, esp under difficult circumstances; discern
23. verb, to put stains or spots upon (something)
24. verb, (of some fabrics) to be susceptible to spotting by or as if by water
25. verb, to place here and there
26. verb, to look out for and note (trains, talent, etc)
27. verb, to rain slightly; spit
28. verb, billiards to place (a ball) on one of the spots
29. verb, military to adjust fire in order to correct deviations from (the target) by observation
30. verb, to yield (an advantage or concession) to (one's opponent)
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Synonyms:	Informal trouble, locality, mark, stain, speck, scar, flaw, taint, blot, smudge	And more...

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