What is another word for speckles?

Pronunciation: [spˈɛkə͡lz] (IPA)

Speckles are tiny dots or spots that can be found on a surface. Synonyms for the word include flecks, dots, specks, spots, motes, freckles, granules, grains, atoms, particles, molecules, and pinpoints. Each of these words conveys the idea of something small and scattered, and can be used in a variety of contexts. For example, "freckles" might be used to describe the speckled appearance of a bird's plumage, while "grains" might be used to describe the texture of a piece of wood. Choosing the right synonym for "speckles" depends on the context and the desired effect.

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Usage examples for Speckles

So for almost a week Unc' Billy lived in Farmer Brown's hen-house and ate the eggs of Mrs. speckles and Mrs. Feathertoes and hid in the last nest of the top row in the darkest corner and shivered as he heard Farmer Brown's boy tell what would happen if he caught the one who was stealing those eggs.
"The Adventures of Unc' Billy Possum"
Thornton W. Burgess
Another egg, a pale pure blue, is spotless, except at the large end, where there is a conspicuous cap of olive-brown and olive-green spots and speckles, and there are numerous other abnormal varieties which I have not observed amongst the Ravens.
"The Nests and Eggs of Indian Birds, Volume 1"
Allan O. Hume
The zone consists of a nearly confluent mass of extremely minute ill-defined speckles, and outside the zone similar speckles and tiny spots occur, though nowhere very noticeable unless closely examined.
"The Nests and Eggs of Indian Birds, Volume 1"
Allan O. Hume

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