Speckle (Verb)
Meaning 1
Mark with small spots; "speckle the wall with tiny yellow spots".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- The artist speckled the canvas with vibrant blue dots to create a unique painting.
- The eggs are speckled with tiny brown spots, making them look more natural.
- Speckle the ceiling with small stars to make the room look magical at night.
- Using a toothbrush, gently speckle the fondant with edible silver dust.
- To add texture, the photographer speckled the image with subtle noise and grain.
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Meaning 2
Produce a mottled effect; "The sunlight stippled the trees".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- The frost on the window speckled the morning view with intricate patterns of ice.
- The sunlight filtering through the trees speckled the forest floor with natural designs.
- Watercolor paint can speckle a canvas with subtle blends of color.
- The morning dew speckled the spider's web, transforming it into a beautiful work of art.
- The camera flashes speckled the paparazzi-filled backdrop during the event.