Mottling: meaning, definitions and examples

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mottling

 

[ หˆmษ’t(ษ™)lษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

skin condition

Mottling refers to the appearance of irregular patches or spots on the skin. It is often characterized by a mixture of light and dark areas on the skin, giving it a marbled or blotchy appearance. Mottling can be caused by various factors such as poor circulation, certain medical conditions, or exposure to cold temperatures.

Synonyms

blotchy, patchy, spotted

Examples of usage

  • The doctor observed mottling on the patient's skin, indicating a circulation problem.
  • The mottling on the leaves of the plant suggested a nutrient deficiency.
Context #2 | Noun

fabric pattern

In the context of fabric or textiles, mottling refers to a pattern characterized by irregular splotches or spots. This effect is often deliberately created in fabrics to achieve a unique and visually interesting design.

Synonyms

marbling, speckling, variegation

Examples of usage

  • The mottling on the fabric gave it a vintage and rustic look.
  • The artist used mottling to add depth and texture to the painting.

Translations

Translations of the word "mottling" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น marmoreio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคงเคฌเฅเคฌเฅ‡เคฆเคพเคฐ เคฌเคจเคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Marmorierung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ marmorisasi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐั€ะผัƒั€ะพะฒั–ัั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ marmurkowanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใพใ ใ‚‰ๆจกๆง˜

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท marbrure

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ jaspeado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mermerleลŸme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋Œ€๋ฆฌ์„ ๋ฌด๋Šฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุนุฑู‚ ุฑุฎุงู…ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mramorovรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mramorovanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅคง็†็Ÿณ่Šฑ็บน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ marmoriranje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ marmarun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผำ™ั€ะผำ™ั€ะปะตัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ แƒ›แƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mษ™rmษ™rlษ™ลŸmษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ jaspeado

Etymology

The word 'mottling' originates from the Middle English word 'motlen', which means 'to become spotted'. It has been used in various contexts over the centuries, evolving to describe both skin conditions and fabric patterns. The term is often associated with a unique and visually appealing appearance created by irregular patterns or spots.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,009, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.