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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Add the cubed butter and stir until the butter has melted and emulsified into the curd. 5. Martin Sorge, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2025 Heavy whipping cream is best to incorporate and emulsify easily into this rich sauce. Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2025 Apply Manyo Factory's Cleansing Oil to dry skin and give yourself a gentle massage, rubbing the formula in circular motions to break down every last bit of makeup and sunscreen before emulsifying with a bit of water, and then washing it off completely. Sarah Han, Allure, 23 Jan. 2025 But confit oil is a combination of whatever animal fat emulsified with the frying fat, too. Bon Appétit, 22 Jan. 2025 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 20 Feb. 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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