Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
speck-of-dirt
noun
/spɛk əv dɜrt/
Definition
A very small spot or stain of dirt.
Examples
- There was a speck-of-dirt on her dress that she couldn’t see.
- He noticed a speck-of-dirt on the window that needed cleaning.
- The painting was pristine except for one tiny speck-of-dirt.
Meaning
Refers to a tiny particle of dirt or grime, often so minute that it is barely noticeable.
Synonyms
- spot
- particle
- stain
- dot
- smudge
