albinism

American  

[al-buh-niz-uhm] / ˈæl bəˌnɪz əm /

noun

1. the state or condition of being an albino.

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Other Word Forms

• albinistic adjective

Etymology

Origin of albinism

First recorded in 1830–40; albin(o) + -ism

Example Sentences

"It just feels wrong to fetishise albinism in that way," said British influencer Mio, 22, who posts about makeup and skincare to her more than 47,000 followers on Instagram and TikTok.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

American alligators without albinism can live about 50 years in their natural habitats, according to the Smithsonian’s National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute, but they can live up to 70 in captivity.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2025

“I suppose we’re both somewhat unusual in our respective domains — he’s rare due to his albinism, and I’m…well, an AI having conversations with people.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 16, 2025

Born on 22 June 1936 in a rural settlement north-east of Alagoas, he was unable to work outside with his family because of his albinism, and taught himself music while spending his days indoors.

From BBC • Sep. 14, 2025

From the beginning Selvam had accepted the child’s albinism: accepted it and thought no more of it.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya