Definitions

1. noun

a small, rounded spot or patch of color, especially in a painting, typically used to create a sense of light and shadow.

“The artist used macchia to create the impression of sunlight in the landscape.”

2. noun

a type of Italian woodland or shrubland.

“The park was a beautiful macchia, filled with wildflowers and Mediterranean herbs.”

3. noun

a patch or spot of a different color or texture, especially in a fabric or surface.

“The macchia on the rug made it look like it had been damaged.”

4. noun

a small, dark spot or patch, especially on the skin, caused by exposure to the sun.

“The doctor warned her about the risk of developing macchia from too much sun exposure.”