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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Removing Stains From Linoleum Floors Linoleum floors can get stains and discoloration from heavy foot traffic, food spills, pets, or heavy furniture that's been sitting on them for some time.
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Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2025
If the egg smells unpleasant or has discoloration, discard the egg.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 2 Sep. 2025
Bluish discoloration of the skin is considered a severe symptom.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 2 Sep. 2025
It’s supercharged with turmeric root to minimize discoloration and irritation, as well as rhodomyrtus extract to fight active blemishes, green algae to combat redness, and panthenol to deeply hydrate.
—Allure, 30 Aug. 2025
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Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2025
If the egg smells unpleasant or has discoloration, discard the egg.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 2 Sep. 2025
Bluish discoloration of the skin is considered a severe symptom.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 2 Sep. 2025
It’s supercharged with turmeric root to minimize discoloration and irritation, as well as rhodomyrtus extract to fight active blemishes, green algae to combat redness, and panthenol to deeply hydrate.
—Allure, 30 Aug. 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 9 Sep. 2025.
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