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homogenised

/həˈmɒdʒ.ɪ.naɪzd/

Tradução: Descreve uma substância, especialmente o leite, que foi processada para quebrar as partículas de gordura e mantê-las distribuídas uniformemente, resultando em uma textura homogênea. Também se refere a algo tornado uniforme ou misturado de modo a ficar igual em toda a sua extensão., 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.

2 verbetes

adjective

/həˈmɒdʒ.ɪ.naɪzd/B2formalbritishscientific
  • ptDescreve uma substância, especialmente o leite, que foi processada para quebrar as partículas de gordura e mantê-las distribuídas uniformemente, resultando em uma textura homogênea. Também se refere a algo tornado uniforme ou misturado de modo a ficar igual em toda a sua extensão.

Describes a substance, especially milk, that has been processed to break down fat particles so that they remain evenly distributed, resulting in a uniform texture.

  1. Blended into a uniform mixtureB2formal

    Describes a substance where different elements are combined so that one is broken into tiny particles and spread evenly throughout another, creating a consistent mixture.

    ptHomogeneizado

    • The homogenised milk has a smooth, uniform texture because the fat globules are broken up.
    • The sauce was homogenised to ensure all ingredients were evenly distributed.
    • In the laboratory, the sample was homogenised for accurate testing.

    Sinônimosblendedhomogeneousmixeduniform

    Antônimoslayeredseparatedunmixed

  2. Made uniform or consistentB2formal

    Describes something that has been made homogeneous, so that its parts or qualities are all the same or very similar.

    ptHomogeneizado

    • The company's global brand image has become homogenised across different markets.
    • The neighbourhood lost its character, becoming architecturally homogenised.
    • The education system's curriculum is homogenised to meet national standards.

    Sinônimosblendedconsistentstandardizedunifieduniform

    Antônimosdifferentiateddiverseheterogeneousmixedvariegated

Formas
  • more homogenised comparative form
  • most homogenised superlative form

verb

homogenise/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