freckle

[ˈfrɛk(ə)l]

freckle Definition

a small patch of light brown color on the skin, often becoming more pronounced through exposure to the sun.

Using freckle: Examples

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

  • Example

    She has a few freckles on her nose.

  • Example

    His face was covered in freckles.

  • Example

    Freckles are more common in people with fair skin.

  • Example

    The sun made her freckles stand out.

freckle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for freckle

Phrases with freckle

  • freckle-faced

    having many freckles on one's face

    Example

    He was a cute little boy with a freckle-faced grin.

  • a cream or lotion used to lighten or remove freckles

    Example

    She tried using freckle cream to get rid of her freckles, but it didn't work.

  • a fictional drink from a children's book that is said to cause freckles

    Example

    In the book 'Freckle Juice,' a boy tries to make a potion that will give him freckles.

Origins of freckle

from Middle English 'frecken', meaning 'to spot'

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Summary: freckle in Brief

'Freckle' [ˈfrɛk(ə)l] refers to a small patch of light brown color on the skin, often becoming more pronounced through exposure to the sun. It is a blemish or spot that is more common in people with fair skin. 'Freckle' extends into phrases like 'freckle-faced' and 'freckle cream,' which is a cream or lotion used to lighten or remove freckles.