(soccer) a small white spot, painted on the grass, twelve yards in front of the centre of the goal line, from which all penalty kicks are taken

(phytopathology) A fungal disease among plants, particularly roses, that results in black spots on the leaves.

A weld made by spot welding

To join pieces of metal using spot welding

present participle of spot weld

The resistance-welding of overlapping pieces of metal by applying pressure and an electric current at small points

(physiology) A sensory area in the skin that responds to a decrease in temperature.

(idiomatic) A sentimental fondness or affection. / A point of vulnerability in a defence. / A fontanelle.

A location of difficulties or hostilities; a hot spot; a flashpoint.

(chemistry) The addition of a single drop of a reagent to a small sample as a qualitative analytical test for the presence of a specific compound or class of compounds.