What is the meaning of 'to spot-clean'?

Answer 1

Spot cleaning means treating only the part of the garment that has a spot on it. It must be done correctly and will not work on all types of fabrics. Spot cleaning is often done on delicate clothing such as a beaded dress. Since the dress has beading on it, spot treating can remove the stain without damaging the bead work. Spot cleaning can also make a garment wearable without having the cost of overall cleaning.

Answer 2

Spot-clean means to clean a specific area or spot on a surface rather than cleaning the entire surface. It is typically done to quickly address a stain, spill, or other localized dirt without the need for a full cleaning.