Albumen
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈælbjʊmən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Albumen is a noun meaning The white part of an egg; being mostly the protein albumin and water.
Meaning
The white part of an egg; being mostly the protein albumin and water.
More Meanings
- (archaic) The endosperm of flowering plants.
Example Sentences
The various elements found in food are the following: Starch, sugar, fats, albumen, mineral substances, indigestible substances.
Word Forms
- albumens
- albumina
Synonyms for albumen
Depending on context, synonyms include egg white, glair, albumin, ovalbumin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ovalbumin, albumin, egg white, coagulated, endosperm, blanc.
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