discoloration
noun
dis·col·or·ation
(ˌ)dis-ˌkə-lə-ˈrā-shən 
1
: the act of discoloring : the state of being discolored
2
: a discolored spot or formation : stain
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Finally, arnica montana flower extract reduces swelling and discoloration.
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Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 5 Jan. 2026
Inorganic stains such as ink, nail polish, or rings left from glasses and mugs need a chemical cleanser approach to fight discoloration, like a few drops of ammonia mixed with hydrogen peroxide.
—Barbara Bellesi Zito, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2026
Patterns of warping, cracks and discoloration caused by fire damage showed her body was burned with some flesh still on it, in a fire reaching at least 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit (540 degrees Celsius).
—Elizabeth Sawchuk, The Conversation, 1 Jan. 2026
Always blot—not rub—and address stains ASAP to prevent spreading and permanent discoloration.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 31 Dec. 2025
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Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 5 Jan. 2026
Inorganic stains such as ink, nail polish, or rings left from glasses and mugs need a chemical cleanser approach to fight discoloration, like a few drops of ammonia mixed with hydrogen peroxide.
—Barbara Bellesi Zito, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2026
Patterns of warping, cracks and discoloration caused by fire damage showed her body was burned with some flesh still on it, in a fire reaching at least 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit (540 degrees Celsius).
—Elizabeth Sawchuk, The Conversation, 1 Jan. 2026
Always blot—not rub—and address stains ASAP to prevent spreading and permanent discoloration.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 31 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for discoloration
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“Discoloration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discoloration. Accessed 6 Jan. 2026.
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