1. capable of forming or promoting an emulsion; having the property of emulsifying
Usage: technical; chemistry

Examples

• The emulsive properties of egg yolk make it useful in mayonnaise production.
• Soap acts as an emulsive agent, allowing oil and water to mix.
• This detergent has strong emulsive characteristics that help remove grease from fabrics.
• The chemist selected an emulsive compound to stabilize the oil-water mixture.
• Lecithin is an emulsive substance commonly used in food manufacturing.