yellow spot

noun

1. Ophthalmology. macula ( def 2b ).

yellow spot

noun

1. anatomy another name for macula lutea

Word History and Origins

Origin of yellow spot¹

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

But on 19 February his child sent him a photo to show that it had been "painted pink with yellow spots like Mr Blobby".

From BBC

It still left a small yellow spot, which is why it lands in fourth place.

From Salon

These slender insects bite leaves and cause yellow spots.

From Washington Post

He added beauty, cheerfulness, generosity, gratitude — and his ability to make us see sunshine in a yellow spot.

From Washington Post

Today I know that those gray ovals and yellow spots are my growing cancer reacting to the contrast fluid infused in my body.

From New York Times