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Main Entry: 1spot
Pronunciation: spät
Function: noun 1: something bad that others know about one : FAULT 2 a: a small area that is different (as in color) from the main part b: an area marred or marked (as by dirt) c: a small diseased or decayed area on the body surface of a plant or animal <spots of rot on a leaf> <spots of chicken pox> 3 a: a small quantity or amount b: a particular place <a good spot for a picnic> <a sore spot> 4: a particular position (as in an organization or on a program) 5: 1SPOTLIGHT 2 6: a position usually of difficulty or embarrassment <put someone in a spot> 7: a short broadcast announcement or advertisement - on the spot 1: at once : IMMEDIATELY 2: at the place of action 3: in a difficult situation