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1blotch
verb \ˈbläch\
Definition of BLOTCH
transitive verb
: to mark or mar with blotches
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First Known Use of BLOTCH
1604
Related to BLOTCH
2blotch
noun
: a usually dark-colored spot especially on the skin
Full Definition of BLOTCH
1
2
: a spot or mark (as of color or ink) especially when large or irregular
— blotch·i·ly \ˈblä-chə-lē\ adverb
— blotchy \ˈblä-chē\ adjective
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Origin of BLOTCH
perhaps blend of 1blot and 3botch
First Known Use: 1619
BLOTCHES Defined for Kids
blotch
noun \ˈbläch\
Definition of BLOTCH for Kids
1
: a blemish on the skin
2
: a large irregular spot of color or ink
— blotched \ˈblächt\ adjective
Medical Dictionary
blotch
noun \ˈbläch\
Medical Definition of BLOTCH
: a discolored patch on the skin <the face and neck were covered with large reddish blotches>
—blotch transitive verb
—blotchy \-ē\ adjective
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