1. a small spot or area of discoloration on the skin
Usage: medical
2. the central area of the retina in the eye that provides sharp, detailed vision
Usage: anatomy

Examples

• The dermatologist examined the dark macula on her arm.
• Age-related macular degeneration affects the macula of the eye.
• The patient had several small maculae on his back.
• Damage to the macula can cause central vision loss.
• The doctor noted a red macula during the skin examination.
• The macula is responsible for reading and recognizing faces.