discolourment
[/dɪsˈkʌlərmənt/]
nounpl: discolourments
descoloração
1. The act or process of losing color or becoming discolored; a change in color from the original
The discolourment of the old painting was caused by exposure to sunlight.
A descoloração do quadro antigo foi causada pela exposição à luz solar.
2. A stain or mark that discolors something; an area of altered or changed color
There was a noticeable discolourment on the white fabric after washing.
Havia uma descoloração notável no tecido branco após a lavagem.
This is a formal, somewhat archaic English term. In modern usage, 'discoloration' is more common in American English, while 'discoloration' or 'discolouration' appears in British English. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'descoloração' is the standard academic and technical term, commonly used in art restoration, textile care, and medical contexts.
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