Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
saponified
verb (past participle)
/səˈpɒnɪfaɪd/
Definition
The process of converting a fat or oil into soap through a chemical reaction with an alkali.
Examples
- The fats in the recipe were saponified to create a natural soap bar.
- When the oil is heated with lye, it becomes saponified, producing glycerin as a byproduct.
- Many cosmetics contain saponified oils for their moisturizing properties.
Meaning
Saponified refers to the state achieved when fats or oils undergo saponification, resulting in soap formation.
Synonyms
- Soapified
- Converted
- Transformed
