noun
- plural of discolouration; instances or areas of discolored or stained appearance; loss or change of natural color
Usage: British spelling; American equivalent is 'discolorations'; commonly used in medical, textile, and general descriptive contexts
Examples
- The old painting had several discolourations from age and exposure to sunlight.
- The dentist noted discolourations on the patient's teeth caused by coffee staining.
- Water damage left brown discolourations on the ceiling.
- The fabric developed discolourations after being washed with bleach.
- Discolourations on the fruit indicated it was beginning to spoil.
- The antique furniture showed discolourations consistent with its age.