Difference between Fleck and Dapple

What is the difference between Fleck and Dapple?

Fleck as a noun is a flake while Dapple as a noun is a mottled marking, usually in clusters.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A flake A lock, as of wool. A small spot or streak; a speckle.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To mark with small spots

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Having a mottled or spotted skin or coat, dappled.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A mottled marking, usually in clusters.An animal with a mottled or spotted skin or coat.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To mark or become marked with mottling or spots.

We hope you now know whether to use Fleck or Dapple in your sentence.