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spotting

/ˈspɒtɪŋ/

/ˈspɑtɪŋ/

spottingnoun

Translations

обнаружение

The spotting of the rare bird excited the birdwatchers.

Обнаружение редкой птицы взволновало наблюдателей за птицами.

пятно

The spotting on the fabric was difficult to remove.

Пятно на ткани было трудно удалить.

Additional translations

наблюдение

определение

замечание

Definitions

The act of observing or identifying something, especially in a casual or informal manner.

Bird spotting is a popular hobby among nature enthusiasts.

A small amount of blood loss from the vagina, often occurring between menstrual periods.

She was concerned about the spotting she experienced between her regular cycles.

The act of assisting someone during a physical activity, such as weightlifting, to ensure safety.

His friend was spotting him while he lifted heavy weights at the gym.

Small marks or speckles that appear on a surface, typically as stains or discoloration.

Rainwater had left unsightly spotting on the car's paintwork.

Synonyms

spottinggerund / present participle

/ˈspɒt.ɪŋ/

/ˈspɑːt.ɪŋ/

Used before nouns (e.g. spotting scope, spotting chart) to denote equipment or material intended for observation or identification.

Definitions

Designed or used for locating, observing, or identifying objects.

The ranger carried a spotting scope to observe wildlife from a distance.

Synonyms

spotnoun

Definitions

A small round or roundish mark, differing in color or texture from the surface around it.

She noticed a spot of ink on her shirt.

A particular place or point.

This is a great spot for a picnic.

A position in a sequence or hierarchy.

He secured the top spot in the competition.

A short advertisement or announcement on radio or television.

The company bought a 30-second spot during the prime time show.

A small amount of something.

Would you like a spot of tea?

A blemish or pimple on the skin.

She was worried about the spot on her chin before the big event.

A difficult or troublesome situation.

I'm in a tight spot right now and can't lend you any money.

spotverb

spotting

Gerund

spotted

Past Simple

spotted

Past Participle

spotting

Gerund

/spɒt/

/spɑt/

Translations

заметить

I managed to spot the rare bird in the forest.

Мне удалось заметить редкую птицу в лесу.

определить

Can you spot the difference between these two pictures?

Можешь определить разницу между этими двумя картинками?

увидеть

She spotted her friend in the crowd.

Она увидела своего друга в толпе.

Additional translations

разглядеть

узреть

замечать

Definitions

To see, notice, or recognize someone or something that is difficult to detect.

She managed to spot her friend in the crowded room.

To mark or stain with spots.

The rain began to spot the windshield.

To lend assistance or support to someone, especially in a physical activity.

Can you spot me while I lift these weights?

To lend (someone) a small amount of money or something needed temporarily.

Could you spot me five dollars until payday?

Synonyms

spotadjective

Definitions

Done, paid, or delivered immediately; involving prompt settlement.

The buyer agreed to a spot purchase of the grain.

Carried out randomly or selectively rather than regularly or comprehensively.

Customs officers carried out spot checks on vehicles crossing the border.