Definitions

1. noun

a transparent, fibrous layer of connective tissue that covers the front of the testis and the back of the corpus cavernosum and corpus spongiosum in the penis

“The doctor examined the albuginea of the patient’s testis for any signs of injury.”

2. noun

the fibrous membrane covering the root of the eye

“The ophthalmologist carefully examined the albuginea of the patient’s eye.”