SPOT (2)

spot (2). Spot, v. to mark, stain, daub, corrupt, disgrace

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Spot, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Spotted; p. pr. & vb. n. Spotting.] 1. 1. To make visible marks upon with some foreign matter; to discolor in or with spots; to stain; to cover with spots or figures; as, to spot a garment; to spot paper.
2. 2. To mark or note so as to insure recognition; to recognize; to detect; as, to spot a criminal.
3. 3. To stain; to blemish; to taint; to disgrace; to tarnish, as reputation; to asperse.
My virgin life no spotted thoughts shall stain. Sir P. Sidney. If ever I shall close these eyes but once, May I live spotted for my perjury. Beau. & Fl. To spot timber, to cut or chip it, in preparation for hewing.