Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
albino
noun
al-BY-no
Definition
A person or animal born with a genetic condition that results in a lack of pigmentation in the skin, hair, and eyes.
Examples
- The albino rabbit had a striking appearance with its white fur and red eyes.
- She was an albino, often drawing attention for her unique beauty.
- Many animals that are albino struggle to survive in the wild due to their lack of camouflage.
Meaning
An individual with albinism typically has very light skin and hair, and may also have vision problems due to the lack of pigment in the eye.
Synonyms
- leucistic
- whitish
