Pronunciation: /ˈmɑtəl/
noun a mark or spot of a different color or shade from the surrounding area
A1 The mottle on the butterfly's wings was a beautiful mix of colors.
A2 The mottle of freckles on her face gave her a unique look.
B1 The mottle of clouds in the sky made for a picturesque sunset.
B2 The mottle of sunlight filtering through the trees created a dappled effect on the forest floor.
C1 The mottle of paint on the canvas was expertly blended to create a stunning masterpiece.
C2 The mottle of flavors in the dish created a complex and delicious taste profile.
verb to mark with spots or blotches of different color or shades
A1 The artist mottled the paint to create a unique texture on the canvas.
A2 The leaves of the tree were mottled with spots of sunlight.
B1 The old building's facade was mottled with patches of peeling paint.
B2 The marble countertop was mottled with different shades of gray and white.
C1 The skin of the reptile was mottled with intricate patterns of scales.
C2 The landscape was mottled with various shades of green and brown, creating a stunning visual effect.
formal The leaves of the plant were mottled with brown spots.
informal The cat had a mottled fur coat with patches of different colors.
slang His face was mottled with embarrassment after tripping in front of everyone.
figurative The artist used different shades of paint to mottle the canvas and create a unique texture.
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