Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
decoloration
Noun
/diːˌkʌləˈreɪʃən/
Definition
The act or process of removing color from something.
Examples
- The decoloration of the fabric occurred after several washes.
- In photography, decoloration can happen when prints are exposed to sunlight for too long.
- Hair undergoes decoloration when treated with bleach.
Meaning
Decolorization refers to the removal of color from a substance, making it lighter or colorless.
Synonyms
- Bleaching
- Fading
- Whitening
