Discoloration
(noun)
A change in the color or appearance of something, especially a noticeable loss or change of color.
Origin:
From the latin discolorare, from dis-, meaning "apart," and colorare, meaning "to color.".
Examples:
- The discoloration of the fruit was a sign that it was no longer fresh.
- The discoloration of the leaves indicated that the plant was suffering from a disease.
- The discoloration of the paint was caused by exposure to sunlight and rain.
- The discoloration of the wall was due to a leak in the roof.
- The discoloration of the teeth was the result of excessive coffee drinking and smoking.