blotch Definition
- 1a large irregular spot or discoloration on the skin or another surface
- 2an irregular patch or unsightly mark on a surface
Using blotch: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "blotch" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The rash left a red blotch on her arm.
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There was a blotch of paint on the wall.
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The artist added a blotch of yellow to the painting.
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The ink blotch ruined the document.
blotch Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for blotch
- spot
- stain
- mark
- discoloration
- blemish
Phrases with blotch
blotches and all
including all the imperfections and flaws
Example
She loved him for who he was, blotches and all.
Example
Her face was covered in blotchy skin after the allergic reaction.
blot on one's escutcheon
a stain on one's reputation or character
Example
The embezzlement scandal was a blot on his escutcheon.
Origins of blotch
from Middle English 'blotche', probably from Old Norse 'blićja', meaning 'to shine'
Summary: blotch in Brief
The term 'blotch' [bläch] refers to an irregular spot or discoloration on the skin or another surface, often unsightly. It can be used to describe stains, marks, or blemishes, as in 'The rash left a red blotch on her arm.' The phrase 'blot on one's escutcheon' denotes a stain on one's reputation or character.
