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Term: amphiphilic

Part of Speech: adjective

Senses:

1. Having both hydrophilic (water-loving) and hydrophobic (water-repelling) properties.

   
   

   Example sentence:

   • The soap is effective in removing dirt and oil due to its amphiphilic nature.

2. Able to dissolve in both water and oil.

   
   

   Example sentence:

   • The phospholipids are amphiphilic molecules which form the cell membrane.

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