Food Processing Techniques

verb to press or squeeze with force in order to damage or destroy

adjective having been broken or pounded into small fragments; reduced to fine particles

• The heavy machinery crushed the rocks into small pieces.
• I accidentally crushed my phone when I dropped it.
• I was so crushed when I found out I didn't get the job.
• Her spirit was crushed after receiving the bad news.

verb to make or become white in color or to bleach

• The dentist recommended a professional teeth whitening treatment to whiten my smile.
• I bought some whitening toothpaste to help whiten my teeth.
• I heard that lemon juice can whiten your nails naturally.
• The fresh coat of paint helped to whiten up the dingy old walls.

noun a proteolytic enzyme found in kiwifruit

• Actinidin is a proteolytic enzyme found in kiwifruit that helps with protein digestion.
• I heard that actinidin in kiwifruit can help with bloating after a heavy meal.
• Yo, did you know that kiwifruit has actinidin which is good for your gut?
• Just like how actinidin breaks down proteins in kiwifruit, we need to break down our problems to find solutions.

verb to mix or blend different elements together

• The chemist will admix the two solutions to create a new compound.
• Can you admix the ingredients for the cake batter?
• Let's admix these tunes to create a killer playlist.
• He tried to admix his personal interests with his professional responsibilities.