Phrase guide

yellow spot

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

The spot on a snooker table where the yellow ball is normally placed.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: ball-games, games, hobbies, lifestyle, snooker, sports

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

a small yellowish central area of the retina that is rich in cones and that mediates clear detailed vision

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: macula, macula lutea, macular area

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: area, region

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noun

Meaning 3

any of several fungous or viral diseases characterized by yellow spotting on the leaves

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: plant disease

Narrower terms: tomato streak

History

Etymology

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