noun
- plural of homogenization; the process of making something uniform or similar in composition, structure, or quality throughout
- in chemistry and food science, the process of breaking down particles into smaller, uniformly distributed particles in a liquid or mixture
Usage: commonly used in scientific, industrial, and social contexts
Usage: technical; commonly applied to milk, emulsions, and suspensions
Examples
- The homogenizations of different cultural practices have created a more unified global society.
- Modern milk homogenizations ensure a smooth, consistent texture throughout the product.
- Industrial homogenizations of raw materials improve product quality and shelf life.
- The homogenizations required for pharmaceutical suspensions demand precise equipment.
- Cultural critics debate whether homogenizations of local traditions lead to loss of identity.
- Multiple homogenizations of the paint mixture were necessary to achieve the desired finish.