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albuminize

|al-bum-in-ize|

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/ælˈbjuː.məˌnaɪz/

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/ælˈbjuː.mɪˌnaɪz/

combine with albumin

Etymology
Etymology Information

'albuminize' originates from the word 'albumin,' which is derived from Latin 'albumen,' meaning 'white of egg.'

Historical Evolution

'albumen' transformed into the English word 'albumin,' and eventually led to the creation of the verb 'albuminize.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the process of coating with egg white, but now it generally refers to treating with albumin.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to treat or coat with albumin.

The laboratory technician albuminized the slides before applying the samples.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/06/14 13:06