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

Example Sentences

mix the oil and vinegar until they emulsify
Recent Examples on the Web Dry shake together in the shaker to emulsify the egg and the alcohol. Louise Dixon, Chicago Tribune, 21 Dec. 2022 Instructions for the alioli: To make the alioli, place the egg, lemon juice, water and salt in a blender, and blend everything until really smooth, adding the olive oil in a slow, steady stream to emulsify. Morgan Hines, USA TODAY, 5 Feb. 2023 Stir until heated through and the liquids and cheese emulsify into a sauce that coats the pasta. Dallas News, 21 Mar. 2022 Dry shake together in the shaker to emulsify the egg and the alcohol. Louise Dixon, Chicago Tribune, 21 Dec. 2022 Dry shake together in the shaker to emulsify the egg and the alcohol. Louise Dixon, ajc, 19 Dec. 2022 But the iconic brand also brings some big hitters to the game: Silicon dioxide prevents clumping, and sodium citrate and soy lecithin help emulsify and enhance flavor. Ali Francis, Bon Appétit, 7 Dec. 2022 Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker, seal tight and shake without ice for about five seconds to whip and emulsify the egg. Jason O'bryan, Robb Report, 3 Dec. 2022 The mayonnaise test indicates the capacity to emulsify, which needs to happen smoothly and slowly to create stability. Myo Quinn, Good Housekeeping, 26 Sep. 2022 See More

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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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Cite this Entry

“Emulsify.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/emulsify. Accessed 27 Mar. 2023.

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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