FRECKLE

Freckle

Freckles are clusters of concentrated melanin which are most often visible on people with a fair complexion. A freckle is also called an ephelis. Freckles do not have an increased number of melanin producing cells . This is in contrast to lentigines and moles.

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freckle

Noun

  1. A small brownish or reddish pigmentation spot on the surface of the skin.
    Steve has brown hair, blue eyes and freckles on his cheeks and nose.
  2. Any small spot or discoloration.

Verb

  1. To cover with freckles.
  2. To become covered with freckles.


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