discoloration
noun/dɪsˌkʌləˈreɪʃn/
/dɪsˌkʌləˈreɪʃn/
(British English also discolouration)
- [uncountable] the process of changing colour, or making something change colour, in a way that makes it look less attractive
- discoloration caused by the sun
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- [countable] a place where something has changed colour in a way that makes it look less attractive
- He began to notice a few small brown discolorations on his skin and made an appointment to see the doctor.
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