Emulsifies

/ɪˈmʌlsɪfaɪz/ verb

Definition

Makes something into an emulsion; combines two normally unmixable liquids into a smooth, uniform mixture.

Etymology

Third person singular present tense of emulsify, from Latin emulgere (to milk out) + -ify (to make or become).

Kelly Says

Your body's digestive system constantly emulsifies fat from food—the bile your liver produces acts as a natural emulsifier, breaking fat into tiny droplets so your intestines can absorb the nutrients.

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