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albino

adjective/ɐlˈβinu/low

al·bi·no

Definitions

1Suffering from albinism, a condition characterized by the congenital absence of pigmentation in the skin, hair, and eyes.
The albino rabbit had red eyes and white fur.
The lack of melanin makes albino individuals more sensitive to the sun.
Common collocations
albino individualalbino animalalbino condition
2Noun designating an individual or animal with albinism.
The albino always had to wear sunscreen.
Albinos often have more sensitive vision.
Common collocations
protect an albinoalbino health

Etymology

Do latim 'albus' (branco), através do espanhol 'albino'.

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