alb
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alb

noun \ˈalb\

Definition of ALB

: a full-length white linen ecclesiastical vestment with long sleeves that is gathered at the waist with a cincture

Origin of ALB

Middle English albe, from Old English, from Medieval Latin alba, from Latin, feminine of albus white; akin to Greek alphos white leprous spot
First Known Use: before 12th century

Alb

abbreviation

Definition of ALB

Albania; Albanian

alb

abbreviation    (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of ALB

albumin

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