Freck'le1, n.
(frĕk'l), n. [Diminutive, from the same root as to freak, q. v.]
- A spot, of a yellowish color, in the skin, particularly on the face, neck, and hands.
- Any small spot or discoloration. Evelyn.
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(frĕk'l), n. [Diminutive, from the same root as to freak, q. v.]
(frĕk'l), v. t. [imp. & p. p. FRECKLED; p. pr. & vb. n. FRECKLING.] To cover with freckles or small discolored spots; to spot. The freckled cowslip, burnet, and green clover. Shak.
To become covered with freckles; to be spotted.