birthmark

[ˈbərθmɑːrk]

birthmark Definition

a permanent mark on someone's skin that is present from birth or appears shortly after it.

Using birthmark: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "birthmark" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The baby had a small birthmark on her forehead.

  • Example

    She was self-conscious about the large birthmark on her arm.

  • Example

    The doctor examined the birthmark to make sure it wasn't cancerous.

birthmark Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for birthmark

Phrases with birthmark

  • port-wine stain birthmark

    a type of birthmark that appears as a large, reddish-purple patch on the skin

    Example

    The port-wine stain birthmark on her face made her feel self-conscious.

  • a type of birthmark that appears as a bright red spot on the skin

    Example

    The strawberry birthmark on her neck disappeared on its own after a few months.

  • cafe-au-lait birthmark

    a type of birthmark that appears as a light brown patch on the skin

    Example

    The cafe-au-lait birthmark on his back was barely noticeable.

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Summary: birthmark in Brief

A 'birthmark' [ˈbərθmɑːrk] is a permanent mark on the skin that is present from birth or appears shortly after. It can be a source of self-consciousness for some people, like the large birthmark on her arm. There are different types of birthmarks, such as the port-wine stain birthmark, which appears as a reddish-purple patch, and the strawberry birthmark, which appears as a bright red spot.