emulsify

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verb

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

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 How to pronounce emulsify (audio)
adjective
emulsification
i-ˌməl-sə-fə-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce emulsify (audio)
noun

emulsification

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noun

emul·​si·​fi·​ca·​tion -səfə̇ˈkāshən How to pronounce emulsification (audio)
plural -s
: the process of emulsifying

Examples of emulsify in a Sentence

Verb mix the oil and vinegar until they emulsify
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Verb
Stream in the tahini mixture and beat until the batter is emulsified and creamy, 1 or 2 minutes. — ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026 During development, the R&D team found that the protein itself could also provide functional properties including emulsifying, binding, and thickening, reducing the reliance on unnecessary ingredients for texture and formulation performance. — Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026 Ruddy tomato salsa pounded in a molcajete, its texture almost emulsified, awaits on the side. — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2026 Gradually stream in ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, whisking constantly until dressing is emulsified. — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for emulsify

Word History

First Known Use

Verb

1859, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of emulsify was in 1859

Rhymes for emulsify

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“Emulsify.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/emulsify. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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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
-ˌfī-ə-bəl How to pronounce emulsify (audio)
adjective
emulsification
i-ˌməl-sə-fə-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce emulsify (audio)
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
i-ˌməl-sə-fə-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce emulsify (audio)
noun

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