Definition

Able to be mixed with another liquid to form a stable mixture, known as an emulsion.

Example

The oil is emulsifiable, allowing it to blend smoothly with water in the salad dressing.

Conversation

Have you tried that new salad dressing they sell at the store?

No, I haven't. What’s special about it?

It's really tasty and emulsifiable, so it mixes well with everything.

Sounds great! I’ll have to grab some next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Emulsifiable → It is formed from "emulsio" (from Latin, meaning to milk out) and "-ficable" (from Latin "facere", meaning to make). The word "emulsifiable" means capable of being made into an emulsion, which is a mixture of two liquids that normally do not mix, like oil and water.

Memory Tip

Think of 'milking out' ('emulsio') to remember that 'emulsifiable' refers to something that can be made into a mixture of two normally unmixable liquids.

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