Emulsifying

/ɪˈmʌlsɪfaɪɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The process of turning two unmixable liquids into a smooth, creamy mixture; present participle of emulsify.

Etymology

Present participle of emulsify, formed by adding -ing. From Latin emulgere combined with -ify.

Kelly Says

When you whisk eggs into oil while making mayo, you're emulsifying—the egg yolk's lecithin molecules act like tiny workers, surrounding oil droplets and keeping them suspended in the liquid.

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