Meaning of the word homogenisation in English
What does homogenisation mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
homogenisation
US /həˌmɑːdʒənəˈzeɪʃən/
UK /həˌmɒdʒənaɪˈzeɪʃən/
Noun
1.
the process of making things uniform or similar
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The homogenisation of culture is a concern for many sociologists.
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Globalisation often leads to the homogenisation of consumer tastes.
2.
the process of breaking down the fat globules in milk into smaller, more uniform particles so that the cream does not separate
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Milk undergoes homogenisation to prevent the cream from rising to the top.
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The machine used for milk homogenisation breaks down fat particles under high pressure.