Definitions

1. verb

to remove or cause to lose color

“The chemical reaction caused the dye to decolorate over time.”

2. verb

to become or make something less colorful

“The decoloration of the painting was unintentional and irreversible.”

3. verb

to remove or destroy the color of a dye or pigment

“The decoloration process involved mixing the dye with a strong acid.”

4. noun

the act of removing or causing to lose color

“The decoloration of the fabric was a result of the washing machine’s settings.”