emulsion


Definition: Meaning of, emulsion in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ɪˈmʌlʃ(ə)n /

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emulsion emulsions
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  1. a mixture of liquids that do not completely combine, such as oil and water
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  2. technical the substance on the surface of photographic film or paper that makes it react to light
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  3. British English also emulsion paint a type of paint used inside buildings on walls or ceilings that is not shiny when it dries [↪  gloss, eggshell]
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emulsion used in phrases

  • emulsion paint (noun)
    1. any paint consisting of an emulsion of oil, etc. in water
  • photographic emulsion (noun)
    1. a light-sensitive coating on paper or film; consists of fine grains of silver bromide suspended in a gelatin
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