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spotted

adjective
spot·​ted | \ ˈspä-tÉ™d How to pronounce spotted (audio) \

Definition of spotted

1 : marked with spots
2 : being sullied : tarnished
3 : characterized by the appearance of spots

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Examples of spotted in a Sentence

the spotted tablecloth clashed with the stripes on the wallpaper not surprisingly, the white cow and black bull had a spotted calf

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The specific location of the spotted ads around Philadelphia further narrowed possibilities. 2. Jacob Feldman, SI.com, "Mystery: Who Bought Those ‘Zeke Who?’ Billboards in Philadelphia?," 29 Aug. 2019 Holmes and Foxx are spotted holding hands on a rare public outing. Amy Mackelden, Harper's BAZAAR, "A Complete Timeline of Katie Holmes and Jamie Foxx’s Rumored Relationship," 19 Aug. 2019 Austin was wowed by an African pompano, while Gregory locked in on a spotted hogfish, with its orange body and distinct yellow tail. Michael Dumas, al.com, "Fishing rodeo features big fish, crowds and smooth seas," 20 July 2019 The two were spotted holding hands and locking lips while out in L.A. in early May after grabbing lunch together. Diane J. Cho, PEOPLE.com, "Meet the Sweet New Summer Celebrity Couples of 2019," 8 July 2019 Things heated up further during the 4th of July holiday, where Shawn and Camila were seemingly spotted holding hands. De Elizabeth, Teen Vogue, "Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello Spark Dating Rumors After They're Seen Holding Hands," 5 July 2019 Their land is also habitat for fishers and northern spotted owls. National Geographic, "Illegal marijuana growers poison forests—these people fight back," 8 Apr. 2019 Luke was one of four contestants to make it to hometown dates (go here for more details on her season so far) and Luke and Hannah were spotted holding hands and walking into a local dining spot (Curt's Cafeteria) to meet some of his friends. Katherine J. Igoe, Marie Claire, "Who Is Luke Parker, a Bachelorette Contestant on Hannah Brown's Season?," 29 Apr. 2019 Harry and Meghan were very sweetly spotted holding hands while at the wedding, which took place on Meghan's birthday. Maggie Maloney, Town & Country, "Meghan Markle Looked Stunning in Givenchy at Princess Eugenie's Wedding," 12 Oct. 2018

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First Known Use of spotted

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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spotted

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of spotted

: marked with spots

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