noun
discoloration
noun
1
A change in colour, usually an unwanted stain or fading, or the resulting mark.
"The old photo showed yellow discoloration from years of sunlight."
"The dentist pointed out slight discoloration on the tooth enamel."
How to Use Discoloration
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA change or spot of colour that looks like damage, aging, or staining.
Common pairings
skin discoloration
water discoloration
signs of discoloration
Word Forms
discolorations plural
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Etymology
Built from discolor plus the noun suffix -ation.