discolor

verb

dis·​col·​or (ˌ)dis-ˈkə-lər 

discolored; discoloring; discolors

transitive verb

: to alter or change the hue or color of

intransitive verb

: to change color especially for the worse

Examples of discolor in a Sentence

The fabric is guaranteed not to discolor.

The wine stain discolored the rug.

Recent Examples on the Web

Hypertrophic scars are raised, round, and discolored. —Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 23 Jan. 2025

Similarly, soap scum, moisture, and grime can seep into the grout in the bathroom, staining and discoloring the grout lines. —Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Jan. 2025

Most of his body was covered in a blanket except his feet, which were already discolored, court records show. —Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 16 Jan. 2025

Any leftover chicken broth that emits a strange odor or appears to be discolored or moldy is spoiled and should not be consumed, Southern Living added. —Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 10 Jan. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English discolouren, from Anglo-French desculurer, from Late Latin discolorari, from Latin discolor of another color, from dis- + color color

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Kids Definition

discolor

verb

dis·​col·​or (ˈ)dis-ˈkəl-ər 

: to change in color especially for the worse

the stain discolored the rug

discoloration

(ˌ)dis-ˌkəl-ə-ˈrā-shən

noun