1. the white part of an egg that surrounds the yolk
2. a protein found in egg whites and blood plasma
Usage: biochemistry
3. the nutritive material surrounding the embryo in a seed
Usage: botany

Examples

• The recipe calls for separating the albumen from the yolk.
• She whipped the albumen until it formed stiff peaks.
• The albumen provides protein for the developing chick.
• Blood tests can measure albumen levels in the plasma.
• The seed’s albumen nourishes the growing plant embryo.
• Egg albumen is commonly used in baking and cooking.