noun

discoloration

Discoloration (noun) means a change in colour, usually an unwanted stain or fading, or the resulting mark. Example: “The old photo showed yellow discoloration from years of sunlight.”

noun

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 notes

In plain EnglishA change or spot of colour that looks like damage, aging, or staining.

Common pairings

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Word forms

discolorations plural

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The old photo showed yellow _____ from years of sunlight.

Etymology

Built from discolor plus the noun suffix -ation.

Synonyms

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stain discolouration

Related words

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Rhymes for discoloration

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Frequently asked questions

What does “discoloration” mean?

The word “discoloration” means a change in colour, usually an unwanted stain or fading, or the resulting mark. In plain terms, a change or spot of colour that looks like damage, aging, or staining.

How do you use “discoloration” in a sentence?

Here is “discoloration” used in a sentence: “The old photo showed yellow discoloration from years of sunlight.”

What part of speech is “discoloration”?

“Discoloration” is a noun.

What is the meaning of discoloration?

"discoloration" (noun) means a change in colour, usually an unwanted stain or fading, or the resulting mark.

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