1. Plural of macula; spots or stains on the skin, typically flat and discolored.
Usage: medical term; commonly used in dermatology
2. In anatomy, plural of macula; small spots or areas of the retina, especially the macula lutea (the region of sharpest vision in the eye).
Usage: anatomical term; ophthalmology

Examples

• The dermatologist examined the maculas on the patient's arm.
• Red maculas appeared on her skin after the allergic reaction.
• Damage to the maculas in the retina can affect central vision.
• The ophthalmologist noted several maculas during the eye examination.
• Age spots are a common type of maculas that develop with sun exposure.