Albicans

/ælˈbaɪkənz/ adjective

Definition

Having a whitish or grayish appearance; becoming white or pale in color.

Etymology

From Latin albicans, present participle of albicare meaning 'to be white,' derived from albus meaning 'white.' The Latin root albus is ancient and appears in many English words relating to whiteness.

Kelly Says

This word is used in medical and scientific Latin to describe things turning white—like Candida albicans, the fungus that causes yeast infections, which literally means 'white Candida.' Scientists still use Latin to name things because it's precise and universal!

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