Spotted

/ˈspɒtɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

Past tense of 'spot', meaning to see or notice someone or something.

I spotted a rare bird in the garden this morning.

To identify or detect something.

He spotted the error in the report just before submitting it.

adjective

Having spots or marks; dotted.

The spotted puppy had a unique and adorable appearance.

Characterized by or exhibiting spots.

She wore a beautiful spotted dress to the party.

Middle English 'spottid', from the word 'spot'

spot on:

exactly right or accurate.

spot the difference:

a game or activity where one must identify differences between two similar images.

spot check:

a brief examination or inspection of a small part of something.

to see or notice something or someone.

I spotted him at the café across the street.

to identify a target or objective.

I need to spot the best times to book a flight.