discolor — to change from the original color; to stain or become stained
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to change from the original color; to stain or become stained
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪsˈkʌlər/
Example Sentences
- My white shirt got discolored after I spilled coffee on it during my job interview.
- The pool chemicals discolored her blonde hair, turning it slightly green.
- His teeth were discolored from drinking too much coffee, making him look like a vampire who preferred lattes.
discolor
VERB[/dɪsˈkʌlər/]
to change from the original color; to stain or become stained
The white shirt began to discolor after being left in the sun for weeks.
Time will discolor beauty and bring squalor to former color!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'descolorer' in the 16th century, meaning to remove or change color. The word combines the idea of reversing or undoing something with the concept of color.
Breakdown
dis- (opposite/reverse) + color (hue/pigment) - literally meaning 'to reverse the color' or remove original coloring
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📝Examples
“My white shirt got discolored after I spilled coffee on it during my job interview.”
“The pool chemicals discolored her blonde hair, turning it slightly green.”
“His teeth were discolored from drinking too much coffee, making him look like a vampire who preferred lattes.”
“The ancient manuscript had discolored pages that told stories of forgotten civilizations.”
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