speck

Definition

  • noun: a very small piece or spot
  • noun: a small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay
  • verb: to produce 'specks' on or in
  • synonyms: spot, stain, blemish

Examples

  • Soon the balloon was only a 'speck' in the sky.

  • There was not a 'speck' of dust anywhere.

  • She writes without a 'speck' of humor.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Sen has arrived, sir. She'll be with you in just a few minutes. He's destroying everything. It's costing us a fortune. So suck up to him and get every last speck of gold he's... Eww! What's that dirty mouse doing here? Huh? He's your... He doesn't look familiar? Familiar? Don't be stupid. (..)
    2001 Spirited Away