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blotch⋅y

  [bloch-ee]
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–adjective, blotch⋅i⋅er, blotch⋅i⋅est.
1. having blotches: a blotchy complexion.
2. resembling a blotch.
Origin:
1815–25; blotch + -y 1

Related forms:
blotch⋅i⋅ly, adverb
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blotch   (blŏch)   
n.  

  1. A spot or blot; a splotch.

  2. A discoloration on the skin; a blemish.

  3. Any of several plant diseases caused by fungi and resulting in brown or black dead areas on leaves or fruit.

tr. & intr.v.   blotched, blotch·ing, blotch·es
To mark or become marked with blotches.

[Probably blend of blot1 and botch.]
blotch'i·ly adv., blotch'i·ness n., blotch'y adj.
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