spot

Definition

  • n. a short section or illustration (as between radio or tv programs or in a magazine) that is often used for advertising
  • n. a small contrasting part of something
  • n. a section of an entertainment that is assigned to a specific performer or performance
  • n. a business establishment for entertainment

Word forms

Past tense
spotted
Past participle
spotted
Present participle
spotting
Third person singular
spots

Example sentences

  1. n.

    There was a small spot of ink on the table.

  2. a.

    They made a spot decision to change the plan immediately.

  3. vt.

    She spotted the mistake in the report right away.

  4. vi.

    The pilot was trained to spot enemy targets from the sky.