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Albuminous

Definition:

Adjective: Containing or relating to albumen, a protein found in eggs, milk, and other animal substances.

Noun: Any substance that exhibits properties similar to albumen.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Adjective: Referring to a type of plant seed that has a high protein content.

Sample Sentence: The albuminous seeds of legumes such as soybeans and lentils are valuable sources of plant-based protein.

Sense 2:

Adjective: Relating to or characteristic of albumin, a protein found in blood plasma.

Sample Sentence: The albuminous fluid in the patient's blood was tested for various biomarkers.

Sense 3:

Noun: A substance used in the production of photographic emulsions.

Sample Sentence: The photographer carefully coated the glass plate with albuminous gelatin before exposing it to light.

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