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homogenise

/həˈmɒdʒ.ə.naɪz/

Tradução: Tornar algo homogêneo ou uniforme, fazendo com que sua composição ou características sejam iguais em toda a sua extensão; frequentemente usado em contextos científicos, técnicos ou sociais.

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verb

/həˈmɒdʒ.ə.naɪz/C1formalbritishscientific
  • ptTornar algo homogêneo ou uniforme, fazendo com que sua composição ou características sejam iguais em toda a sua extensão; frequentemente usado em contextos científicos, técnicos ou sociais.

A verb meaning to make something uniform or consistent in composition, often used in scientific or technical contexts.

  1. Break up fat globulesB2formalscientific

    To process a liquid, especially milk, so that the fat droplets are broken down and evenly distributed, preventing cream from separating.

    ptHomogeneizar

    • The dairy homogenises the milk to ensure a consistent texture.
    • Most store-bought milk is homogenised to prevent the cream from rising.
    • The process homogenises the fat particles, creating a smooth product.

    Sinônimosemulsify

  2. Become uniform or similarC1formal

    To become uniform in composition or character, often through mixing or blending.

    ptTornar-se homogêneo

    • The cultures began to homogenise as trade increased between the regions.
    • Over time, the different dialects started to homogenise into a single language.
    • The ingredients need to homogenise fully for the sauce to be smooth.

    Sinônimosamalgamateassimilateblendcoalescecombineconsolidatefuseintegratemergeunify

  3. Make equal or uniformC1formalbusiness

    To cause something to become equal or consistent in nature, quality, or distribution.

    ptTornar homogêneo

    • The policy aims to homogenise educational standards across the country.
    • Globalisation tends to homogenise consumer preferences worldwide.
    • The company tried to homogenise its brand image in all markets.

    Sinônimosblendequalizeunify

    Antônimosdifferentiatedistinguishdiversifysegregateseparate

Formas
  • homogenised past participle
  • homogenised past simple
  • homogenising present participle
  • homogenises third person singular