leucism Meaning & Definition
/ˈluːsɪzəm/
What Does Leucism Mean?
As a noun, leucism means An animal condition in which there is partial loss of pigmentation resulting in white, pale, or patchy coloration of the skin, hair, feathers, scales or cuticle, but not the eyes (caused by a reduction in multiple types of pigment, not just melanin).
Leucism Definition (Noun)
- An animal condition in which there is partial loss of pigmentation resulting in white, pale, or patchy coloration of the skin, hair, feathers, scales or cuticle, but not the eyes (caused by a reduction in multiple types of pigment, not just melanin).
Synonyms of Leucism
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Leucism synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
leucism (uncountable)
Origin of Leucism
From leuco- + -ism.