albino-like
|al-bi-no-like|
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/ælˈbaɪnoʊ laɪk/
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/ælˈbiːnəʊ laɪk/
resembling an albino
Etymology
Etymology Information
'albino-like' originates from the word 'albino,' which comes from the Latin word 'albus,' meaning 'white.'
Historical Evolution
'Albino' was adopted into English from the Portuguese word 'albino,' which referred to people with white skin.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to people with white skin, but now it describes any organism with a lack of pigmentation.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
resembling or characteristic of an albino, especially in terms of skin, hair, or eye color.
The rabbit had an albino-like appearance with its white fur and pink eyes.
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Last updated: 2025/07/18 05:44