Birthmark

/ˈbɜrθ.mɑrk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A congenital marks on the skin, usually of a different color or texture than the surrounding skin, present at birth or appearing shortly after.

She has a distinctive birthmark shaped like a star on her right shoulder.

A mark or blemish on the body that is present from birth.

His birthmark is often a topic of conversation among his friends.

A pigmentation or vascular irregularity on the skin that is present at birth.

The doctor explained that her birthmark was harmless and would fade over time.

A type of skin anomaly that can vary widely in appearance.

Many people with large birthmarks seek cosmetic treatments to reduce their visibility.

From the combination of 'birth' + 'mark', indicating a mark existing from birth.

birthmark beauty

A phrase referring to the aesthetic appeal of a birthmark.

nevus

A congenital skin lesion or mole.

mole

A small dark spot on the skin, can be present at birth.

skin pigmentation

The coloring of a person's skin, which can result in birthmarks.