emulsify

verb

emul·​si·​fy i-ˈməl-sə-ˌfī 

emulsified; emulsifying

transitive verb

: to disperse in an emulsion

emulsify an oil

also : to convert (two or more immiscible liquids) into an emulsion

emulsifiable

i-ˈməl-sə-ˌfī-ə-bəl 

adjective

emulsification

i-ˌməl-sə-fə-ˈkā-shən 

noun

Examples of emulsify in a Sentence

mix the oil and vinegar until they emulsify

Recent Examples on the Web

When using these components, food manufacturers need to emulsify or mix them together. —Discover Magazine, 28 Nov. 2024

Start with just a dime-sized amount, emulsify it in your hands with water to activate the rich lather, then gently massage it into your hair and scalp for a thorough cleanse. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 25 Nov. 2024

This set consists of a blender, a food processor attachment, and an assortment of different blades for blending, chopping, crushing ice, grinding, and emulsifying. —Donna Kim, Bon Appétit, 25 Nov. 2024

Key Ingredients: Jojoba oil, grapeseed oil, turmeric extract How to Use: Massage into dry skin with dry hands for at least 60 seconds, then add water to emulsify the formula. —Emily Orofino, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1859, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

emulsify

verb

emul·​si·​fy i-ˈməl-sə-ˌfī 

emulsified; emulsifying

: to change (as an oil) into an emulsion

emulsifiable

-ˌfī-ə-bəl 

adjective

emulsification

i-ˌməl-sə-fə-ˈkā-shən 

noun

Medical Definition

emulsify

transitive verb

emul·​si·​fy -ˌfī 

emulsified; emulsifying

: to disperse (as an oil) in an emulsion

also : to convert (two or more immiscible liquids) into an emulsion

emulsification

i-ˌməl-sə-fə-ˈkā-shən 

noun