vitelline

adjective

vi·​tel·​line vī-ˈte-lən How to pronounce vitelline (audio) -ˌlēn How to pronounce vitelline (audio)
-ˌlīn
1
: resembling the yolk of an egg especially in yellow color
2
: of, relating to, or producing yolk

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Medieval Latin vitellinus, from Latin vitellus egg yolk

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of vitelline was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Vitelline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vitelline. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

vitelline

adjective
vi·​tel·​line -ˈtel-ən How to pronounce vitelline (audio) -ˌēn How to pronounce vitelline (audio)
-ˌīn
: of, relating to, or producing yolk
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