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    Fleck

    /flɛk/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A small spot or mark.
    She noticed a fleck of paint on the floor.
    A small, distinct particle or fragment.
    The diamond glittered with flecks of color.
    A small amount of something, especially when contrasted with a larger whole.
    There was a fleck of truth in his exaggerated story.
    verb
    To mark or dot something with small spots.
    The artist flecked the canvas with vibrant colors.
    To scatter or sprinkle small spots over a surface.
    The rain flecked the windshield with water.

    Etymology

    Middle English flekke, from Old Norse flekkr.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    fleck of dust
    A tiny piece of dust.
    fleck of color
    A small amount of color contrasted against a different color.

    Related Words

    splotch
    A large mark or stain.
    streak
    A long, narrow mark or strip differing in color or texture from its surroundings.
    speck
    A small spot or stain.

    Slang Meanings

    A tiny amount of something.
    Just a fleck of sugar in my tea is enough.
    Used to describe a minor flaw.
    That car is perfect except for a little fleck on the hood.