Dis·col·or v. t. [imp. & p. p. Discolored p. pr. & vb. n. Discoloring.] [Written also discolour.]
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. --Watts.
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dis·col·ored a.
1. Altered in color; stained; spotted or streaked with foreign matter.
Syn: -- discoloured.
2. Variegated; of divers colors. [R.]
That ever wore discolored arms. --Chapman.
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discolored
adj : having the color spoiled with spots or streaks [syn: discoloured]