blotch

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

noun an irregularly shaped spot
verb mark with spots or blotches of different color or shades of color as if stained

Uncertain. Perhaps a blend of blot + botch.

Two hectic blotches came suddenly into her pale cheeks. — The Awakening, and Selected Short Stories, Kate Chopin
The scenery could not be viewed through it--mere red blotches and blurs. — The Long Roll, Mary Johnston
Her big face, dotted with red blotches, presented the appearance of a skimmer. — Les Misérables, Victor Hugo

splodge, splotch

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