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speck1

Pronunciation: /spɛk/
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Definition of speck

noun

  • a tiny spot:the figure in the distance had become a mere speck
  • a small particle of a substance:specks of dust
  • a rotten spot in fruit.

verb

[with object]
  • mark with small spots:their skin was specked with goose pimples

Derivatives

speckless

adjective

Origin:

Old English specca; compare with the noun speckle

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