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albumin

Syllabification: (al·bu·min)
Pronunciation: /alˈbyo͞omən/
Definition of albumin

noun

Biochemistry
  • a simple form of protein that is soluble in water and coagulable by heat, such as that found in egg white, milk, and (in particular) blood serum.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from French albumine, based on Latin albumen, albumin- (see albumen)

See albumen (usage).

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