adjective
- containing or resembling albumin (a type of protein found in egg whites, blood, and other biological substances)
Usage: technical; biology
Examples
- The albuminous solution turned white when heated.
- Egg whites are highly albuminous substances.
- The laboratory tested the albuminous content of the blood sample.
- Seeds with albuminous endosperm store protein for the developing plant.
- The albuminous fluid was analyzed for its protein concentration.
- Many legumes produce albuminous seeds rich in nutrients.