discoloration

noun

dis·​col·​or·​ation (ˌ)dis-ˌkə-lə-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce discoloration (audio)
Synonyms of discolorationnext
1
: the act of discoloring : the state of being discolored
2
: a discolored spot or formation : stain

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People with varicose veins who have skin discoloration around their ankles should also seek treatment from a vein specialist, Stoughton said. — Erica Sloan, Washington Post, 10 Oct. 2026 Symptoms usually affect one breast and can include discoloration, a persistent rash, swelling, warmth, skin that looks pitted like an orange peel and a nipple that turns inward, according to the National Cancer Institute. — ABC News, 9 Oct. 2026 My impression of bath mats was that there was little to nothing to do about mildew, puddles of water, and discoloration. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2026 Try the Deep Vita C toner pads for discoloration and dark spots, and the Triple Collagen Toner to add elasticity back to the skin. — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for discoloration

Word History

First Known Use

1545, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of discoloration was in 1545

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“Discoloration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discoloration. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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