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Thesaurus: discolor

To alter the natural hue or color of; to change to a different color; to stain; to tinge; as, a drop of wine will discolor water; silver is discolored by sea water.

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  1. v. t. To alter the natural hue or color of; to change to a different color; to stain; to tinge; as, a drop of wine will discolor water; silver is discolored by sea water.
  2. v. t. To alter the true complexion or appearance of; to put a false hue upon.
  3. v. lose color or turn colorless
  4. v. cause to lose or change color
  5. v. change color, often in an undesired manner
  6. 1. To alter the natural hue or color of; to change to a different color; to stain; to tinge; as, a drop of wine will discolor water; silver is discolored by sea water. 2. To alter the true complexion or appearance of; to put a false hue upon. To discolor all your ideas. Wat
  7. v. lose color or turn colorless v. cause to lose or change color v. change color, often in an undesired manner