Meaning & use
emulsify
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To combine two liquids that don't normally mix, such as oil and water, into a stable blend.
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Whisk the vinegar slowly into the oil to emulsify the dressing.
Egg yolks help emulsify the sauce so it doesn't separate.
A note on using this word
'Emulsify' is common in cooking, where mayonnaise and vinaigrettes are classic emulsions, as well as in chemistry.
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