English Explanatory Dictionary

soft spot

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A sentimental fondness or affection.
  2. A point of vulnerability in a defence.
  3. A fontanelle.

Pronunciation

/sɒft spɒt/ /sɔːft spɒt/ sôft /sɔft spɑt/ /sɑft spɑt/ /sɔft spɔt/ En-au-soft spot.ogg

Word forms

soft spot soft spots

Etymology

Late 18th c.

Synonyms

soft corner weak spot
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