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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The acidity of the lemon juice can help remove stains and discoloration.
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Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
Then, spray a small amount of WD-40 directly onto the discoloration.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2025
Skin discoloration happens to the best of us, even those who religiously apply and reapply sunscreen every day or refuse to pick at pimples for fear of scarring.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 29 Oct. 2025
Look for unusual packaging, odors or discoloration.
—Christina Hall, Freep.com, 28 Oct. 2025
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Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
Then, spray a small amount of WD-40 directly onto the discoloration.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2025
Skin discoloration happens to the best of us, even those who religiously apply and reapply sunscreen every day or refuse to pick at pimples for fear of scarring.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 29 Oct. 2025
Look for unusual packaging, odors or discoloration.
—Christina Hall, Freep.com, 28 Oct. 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 3 Nov. 2025.
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