spotty Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. adjective satellite having spots or patches (small areas of contrasting color or texture)
   spotted; patched.
   
   • a field patched with ice and snow
   • the wall had a spotty speckled effect
   • a black-and-white spotted cow
2. adjective satellite lacking consistency
   uneven; scratchy.
   
   • the golfer hit the ball well but his putting was spotty

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