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Emulsion — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • emulsion noun A mixture in which tiny droplets of one liquid are spread evenly through another liquid that would not normally blend with it, such as oil in water.

Senses

Emulsion is used for these senses in English:

  • emulsion A stable suspension of small droplets of one liquid in another with which it is immiscible.

emulsion — full definition

  1. noun A mixture in which tiny droplets of one liquid are spread evenly through another liquid that would not normally blend with it, such as oil in water.
  2. noun A water-based paint with a matt or soft sheen finish, used mainly on interior walls and ceilings.
  3. noun The light-sensitive coating on photographic film or paper.