Tarnish or taint Crossword Clue

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Tarnish or taint Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person’s body)
2. the month following February and preceding April
(verb)
1. make imperfect
2. destroy or injure severely

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

TAINT (noun)
1. the state of being contaminated
TAINT (verb)
1. contaminate with a disease or microorganism
2. place under suspicion or cast doubt upon
TARNISH (verb)
1. make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically
TARNISH (noun)
1. discoloration of metal surface caused by oxidation

Hint 3: Anagram

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