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albuminiparous

|al-bu-mi-ni-par-ous|

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/ˌælbjuːˈnɪpərəs/

producing albumin

Etymology
Etymology Information

'albuminiparous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'albuminiparus,' where 'albumen' meant 'white of egg' and 'parere' meant 'to produce.'

Historical Evolution

'albuminiparus' transformed into the modern English word 'albuminiparous.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'producing albumen,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

producing albumen or albumin.

The albuminiparous glands are responsible for secreting albumin.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/06/14 11:51