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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Preventing Future Scratches To prevent future scratches: Avoid cleaning stainless-steel items with harsh cleaning agents, such as ammonia, chlorine bleach, and scouring powders, which may cause or worsen scratches and cause discoloration.
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Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2024
Signs of a skin infection include crusting, discoloration, and warmth and tenderness of the skin.
—Cathy Cassata, Health, 22 June 2024
Brush the avocado halves with the remaining 1 teaspoon lime juice to prevent discoloration.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 14 June 2024
Our tester watched her melasma, redness, and discoloration disappear, using little effort to dab her finger in the tiny pot and blend the buttery texture into place.
—Kate Watson, Peoplemag, 28 May 2024
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Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2024
Signs of a skin infection include crusting, discoloration, and warmth and tenderness of the skin.
—Cathy Cassata, Health, 22 June 2024
Brush the avocado halves with the remaining 1 teaspoon lime juice to prevent discoloration.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 14 June 2024
Our tester watched her melasma, redness, and discoloration disappear, using little effort to dab her finger in the tiny pot and blend the buttery texture into place.
—Kate Watson, Peoplemag, 28 May 2024
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 7 Jul. 2024.
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