vi·tel·line (v -t l n, - n , v -)adj. 1. Of, relating to, or associated with the yolk of an egg. 2. Having the yellow hue of an egg yolk; dull yellow. n. The yolk of an egg. [vitell(us) + -ine.] |
vitelline [vɪˈtɛlɪn -aɪn]
adj Zoology
1. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Zoology) of or relating to the yolk of an egg the vitelline gland
2. (Fine Arts & Visual Arts / Colours) having the yellow colour of an egg yolk
[from Medieval Latin vitellīnus, from Latin vitellus the yolk of an egg; see vitellus]
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