a small mark on a surface, such as a circular patch or stain, differing in colour or texture from its surroundings

a geographical area that is restricted in extent

a location

a blemish of the skin, esp a pimple or one occurring through some disease

a blemish on the character of a person; moral flaw

a place of entertainment

a small quantity or amount

an awkward situation

a short period between regular television or radio programmes that is used for advertising

a position or length of time in a show assigned to a specific performer

one of several small black dots on a table that mark where a ball is to be placed

to observe or perceive suddenly, esp under difficult circumstances; discern

to put stains or spots upon (something)

(of some fabrics) to be susceptible to spotting by or as if by water

to place here and there

to look out for and note (trains, talent, etc)

to rain slightly; spit

to place (a ball) on one of the spots

to adjust fire in order to correct deviations from (the target) by observation

to yield (an advantage or concession) to (one's opponent)