albuminous
|al-bum-i-nous|
C1
/ælˈbjuːmɪnəs/
related to albumin
Etymology
Etymology Information
'albuminous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'albumen,' where 'albus' meant 'white.'
Historical Evolution
'albumen' transformed into the English word 'albuminous' to describe substances containing albumin.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'related to white or egg white,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'containing or related to albumin.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
containing or related to albumin, a type of protein found in blood plasma, egg whites, and other substances.
The albuminous nature of egg whites makes them ideal for baking.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/14 17:06