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Mr. Tom Posted 15 years ago
Vocabulary

Freckles and Blemishes

Hi

Are freckles and blemishes the same thing?

I tried to use Google images, but couldn't see much difference between the two.

Thanks,

Tom
  

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Freckles are small brownish spots in the skin that are due to augmented melanin production and that increase in number and intensity on exposure to sunlight—called also ephelis. A blemish is a small mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (sometimes referred to as 'spots' or 'pimples'). It is usually temporary (treatable) or repairable.

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  • Freckles are small brownish spots in the skin that are due to augmented melanin production and that increase in number and intensity on exposure to sunlight—called also ephelis.
  • A blemish is a small mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (sometimes referred to as 'spots' or 'pimples').
  • It is usually temporary (treatable) or repairable.
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Freckles are small brownish spots in the skin that are due to augmented melanin production and that increase in number and intensity on exposure to sunlight—called also ephelis.

A blemish is a small mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (sometimes referred to as 'spots' or 'pimples'). It is usually temporary (treatable) or repairable.
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