emulsify

verb

emul·​si·​fy i-ˈməl-sə-ˌfī How to pronounce emulsify (audio)
emulsified; emulsifying

transitive verb

: to disperse in an emulsion
emulsify an oil
also : to convert (two or more immiscible liquids) into an emulsion
emulsifiable adjective
emulsification noun

Examples of emulsify in a Sentence

mix the oil and vinegar until they emulsify
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Simply dispense a quarter-size amount of powder into your palm, add a bit of water to emulsify, and massage the now-foamy formula into your skin. Sarah Han, Allure, 23 Jan. 2025 Shake for 8 seconds, then remove ice and shake again to emulsify the egg white. Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025 Add 20 whole cloves, simmer for 3 minutes, cool, infuse overnight, then strain.) 25 ml egg white Directions Add all ingredients to a shaker and dry shake to emulsify. Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 29 Dec. 2024 Salt can also help emulsify fats like butter and cream into the potatoes when added early. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 24 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for emulsify 

Word History

First Known Use

1859, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of emulsify was in 1859

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“Emulsify.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/emulsify. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

emulsify

verb
emul·​si·​fy i-ˈməl-sə-ˌfī How to pronounce emulsify (audio)
emulsified; emulsifying
: to change (as an oil) into an emulsion
emulsifiable adjective
emulsification noun

Medical Definition

emulsify

transitive verb
emul·​si·​fy -ˌfī How to pronounce emulsify (audio)
emulsified; emulsifying
: to disperse (as an oil) in an emulsion
also : to convert (two or more immiscible liquids) into an emulsion
emulsification noun

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