syneresis

/sɪnəˈriːsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A separation or a parting of the parts of a mixture, such as milk, due to changes in the composition of the mixture.

“The syneresis of milk occurred when it sat in the fridge overnight.”

2. noun

A medical term referring to the separation of the parts of a tumor due to necrosis.

“The syneresis of the tumor made it difficult for the doctor to make a proper diagnosis.”

Synonyms

  • coalescence
  • separation

Antonyms

  • coagulation
  • consolidation