discoloration

noun

dis·col·or·ation | \ (ˌ)dis-ˌkə-lə-ˈrā-shən

Definition of discoloration

1 : the act of discoloring : the state of being discolored

2 : a discolored spot or formation : stain

Examples of discoloration in a Sentence

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Stainless steel grates are very attractive and have a long life, but the high heat will cause discoloration, and stainless steel is very difficult to clean. — John Loecke, ELLE Decor, "Shopping Guide: Outdoor Grills," 3 Apr. 2010 Skip on the sunscreen Retinoids can make skin extra sensitive to the sun, causing sunburns or, more annoyingly, discoloration, so load up on SPF 30 or higher each morning. — Chloe Metzger, Marie Claire, "What Is Retinol: The Beginner's Guide to Anti-Aging Products," 23 Aug. 2018 For one, lasers can cause scarring and permanent skin discoloration that tattoos might not (aside from doing so in the obvious ways, of course). — Hannah Dylan Pasternak, SELF, "6 Things Everyone Gets Wrong About Laser Tattoo Removal," 31 Oct. 2018 According to the Mayo Clinic, the enlarged papillae can trap and be stained by a number of things that would result in the discoloration, including bacteria, tobacco, and more. — Bartie Scott, Teen Vogue, "Black Hairy Tongue Is a Real Medical Diagnosis," 7 Sep. 2018 Wood Decking Zap mold, mildew, and discoloration with 30 Seconds Outdoor Cleaner ($22, Ace Hardware). — Good Housekeeping, "Speed Clean Your Patio for Spring," 13 Mar. 2014 But this lightweight formula contains something called ethyl lactyl retinoate, a proprietary blend of lactic acid and retinoids, that works to slowly, gently, and effectively smooth skin and fade discoloration with continued use. — Chloe Metzger, Marie Claire, "The 5 Truly Excellent Beauty Products I'm Loving This Week," 10 Oct. 2018 Retinoids are also key in terms of exfoliating the skin, collagen remodeling, and treating discoloration. — Jenn Sinrich, SELF, "How Your Skin Changes in Your 30s—and What You Can Do About It," 20 July 2018 But just 3 percent of the participants had discoloration of the whites of their eyes. — Rachael Rettner, Fox News, "Why did the whites of this man's eyes turn blue?," 19 Apr. 2018

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