Here's a breakdown of its usage:
* In food: Homogenizing milk means breaking down the fat globules so they don't separate and rise to the top. This results in a smoother, more consistent texture.
* In general: It can refer to making something more similar or uniform in other ways, like homogenizing a group of people or homogenizing a culture.
Here are some synonyms for homogenize:
* Standardize
* Unify
* Equalize
* Blend
* Integrate
Example sentences:
* "Milk is homogenized to prevent the cream from separating."
* "Globalization can homogenize cultures, leading to a loss of diversity."
* "The company's goal was to homogenize its marketing strategy across all platforms."
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