Meaning of the word albumen in English
What does albumen mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
albumen
US /ælˈbjuː.mən/
UK /ˈæl.bju.mən/
Noun
1.
the white of an egg
Example:
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Separate the yolk from the albumen.
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The recipe calls for two egg albumens.
2.
a class of simple proteins that are soluble in water and coagulable by heat, found in egg white, milk, and blood serum
Example:
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Blood albumen plays a crucial role in maintaining osmotic pressure.
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Many vaccines contain albumen as a stabilizer.