Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

blotch

noun
/blɒtʃ/
Definition
A large mark or stain that is different in color from its surroundings.
Examples
  • The painter added a blue blotch to the canvas for effect.
  • After the picnic, a bright red blotch appeared on his arm from a mosquito bite.
  • She noticed a dark blotch on the wall that needed to be cleaned.
Meaning
Blotch refers to an irregularly shaped spot or blemish that stands out due to its contrasting color or texture, often used in reference to marks on the skin, surfaces, or artwork.
Synonyms
  • stain
  • spot
  • mark
  • blemish