Definitions

1. noun

A person or animal born with a congenital condition characterized by the complete or partial absence of melanin, resulting in white or light-colored skin, hair, and eyes.

“The zookeeper explained that the white lion was an albino, and it would have difficulty surviving in the wild due to its lack of camouflage.”

2. noun

A substance or material that has been bleached or has lost its pigmentation, often giving it a white or pale appearance.

“The factory worker had to handle the albino plastic, which was prone to cracking under stress.”

3. adjective

Describing a substance or material that has been bleached or has lost its pigmentation, often giving it a white or pale appearance.

“The albino fabric looked beautiful in the new dress, but it was quite fragile.”