albinoism
|al-bi-no-ism|
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/ælˈbaɪnoʊˌɪzəm/
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/ælˈbiːnəʊˌɪzəm/
lack of pigment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'albinoism' originates from the Latin word 'albus,' meaning 'white.'
Historical Evolution
'albus' transformed into the Portuguese word 'albino,' and eventually became the modern English word 'albinoism.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'white,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a condition characterized by lack of pigment.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a condition characterized by the absence of pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes, resulting in a pale appearance.
Albinoism can lead to increased sensitivity to sunlight.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/13 19:21