discolor
Americanverb (used with object)
verb (used without object)
Other Word Forms
- undiscolored adjective
Etymology
Origin of discolor
1350–1400; Middle English discolouren < Old French descolorer < Late Latin discolorārī to change color, derivative of Latin discolor of another color. See dis- 1, color
Example Sentences
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Some vitamins, such as folic acid, can discolor urine and lead to inaccurate results.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 26, 2025
As she “gets sciency,” she discussed the use of clear hangers made of a proprietary blend that doesn’t release gasses that could discolor a garment or leach chemicals.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2023
There was a learning curve to working with the tape; it requires ironing, for instance, and at first it would discolor or burn when he soldered the jewelry.
From Washington Post • Jan. 16, 2023
In terms of fruit, I don't opt for apples here because they discolor so quickly.
From Salon • Feb. 12, 2022
One’s bruised spirit acting outwardly may discolor portions of the body precisely as would an external pinch, grip, or blow.
From Witchcraft of New England Explained by Modern Spiritualism by Putnam, Allen
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