Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
freckle
noun
/ˈfrɛk.əl/
Definition
A small, brownish spot on the skin, often seen on areas exposed to the sun.
Examples
- She had cute freckles on her nose.
- In summer, his freckles became more pronounced.
- Freckles can be more noticeable on fair skin.
Meaning
Freckles are clusters of concentrated melanin that appear on the skin’s surface, commonly resulting from sun exposure.
Synonyms
- splotch
- spot
- mole
