maculation
/ˌmækjəˈleɪʃən/
noun
- The pattern of spots or marks on something, especially on an animal or plant.
- Biologists study the maculation of fish to identify different species.
- The leopard's maculation is unique to each individual.
- The maculation on the butterfly's wings helped it blend into the bark.
- The act or process of spotting or staining.
- The maculation of the fabric occurred during the dyeing process.
- The maculation of the document made it difficult to read.
- Careless handling led to the maculation of the artwork.