albumenising
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/ælˈbjuːmənaɪzɪŋ/
(albumenize)
coating with albumen
Etymology
Etymology Information
'albumenize' originates from 'albumen', specifically the word 'albumen', where 'albu-' meant 'white' and '-men' referred to 'substance'.
Historical Evolution
'albumen' changed from the Latin word 'albumen' and eventually became the modern English word 'albumenize'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to coat with egg white', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to treat or coat with albumen'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/06/14 07:51