Alimbukay (en. Coagulation)

/aliɱbuˈkaɪ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of combining liquids to become more solid or cohesive.
The coagulation of milk turns into cheese after some time.
Ang alimbukay ng gatas ay nagiging keso pagkatapos ng ilang oras.
The formation of solids from liquid components.
In the laboratory, the coagulation of some chemicals is essential in drug production.
Sa laboratoryo, ang alimbukay ng ilang kemikal ay mahalaga sa paggawa ng gamot.
The aggregation of particles into a larger unit.
The coagulation of dust particles causes the formation of a whirlwind.
Ang alimbukay ng mga butil ng alikabok ay nagiging sanhi ng pagbuo ng buhawi.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'bukay' meaning 'to wash' or 'to carry.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

blood coagulation
A medical term referring to the process of blood formation.
alimbukay ng dugo

Related Words

coagulate
The process of becoming denser or more solid of a liquid.
coagulate
gel
A substance with a jelly-like form that often results from coagulation.
gel

Slang Meanings

burst or shower of sensations that can be painful or joyful
Wow, I felt an alimbukay when I won the raffle!
Grabe, alimbukay yung naramdaman ko nung nanalo ako sa raffle!
very energetic or explosive party or event
Their party was so alimbukay, it was a blast!
Sobrang alimbukay ng party nila, ang saya!