lactescence Meaning, Definition & Usage

Lac*tes"cence noun

Etymology

Cf. F. lactescence.

Definitions

1. The state or quality of producing milk, or milklike juice; resemblance to milk; a milky color.

   This lactescence does commonly ensue when . . . fair water is suddenly poured upon the solution. Boyle.

2. (Bot.) The latex of certain plants. See Latex.