albuginean
/ˌalbjuːˈdʒɪnɪən/Anatomy rare
adjective
Designating a layer of dense white connective tissue, specifically the tunica albuginea of the testis, ovary, etc.; especially in albuginean tunic.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Todd's Cyclopaedia of Anatomy and Physiology. From post-classical Latin albugineus + -an.