pyin

[ pahy-in ]

noun

, Biochemistry.

1. an albuminous constituent of pus.

Other Words From

• pyic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of pyin¹

First recorded in 1835–45; py- + -in ²

Example Sentences

Though we did not actually discover Pyin-u-lwin, we were among its earliest visitors.

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Will they be content with one sledge full if they are down upon us, Poh Pyin?

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