noun
- A cooler darker spot appearing periodically on the sun's photosphere; associated with a strong magnetic field.
- synonyms: sunspot
- A small yellowish central area of the retina that is rich in cones and that mediates clear detailed vision.
- synonyms: macula lutea, macular area, yellow spot
- A patch of skin that is discolored but not usually elevated; caused by various diseases.
- synonyms: macule
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