spot
Translation
place, location, mark, stain
Examples
This is a nice spot for a picnic.
This is a nice spot for a picnic.
The dog has a black spot on its back.
The dog has a black spot on its back.
He's in a tight spot with his finances.
He's in a tight spot with his finances.
Grammar Patterns
(noun) a place This is a nice spot for a picnic.
(noun) a mark The dog has a black spot on its back.
in a ((adjective)) spot in a difficult situation He's in a tight spot.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (place) location, site; (mark) dot, stain
Etymology
From Middle English 'spot', meaning 'stain' or 'speck'.
Memory Tips
Think of a treasure map where 'X marks the spot' (a place), or a ladybird with spots (marks).