"ouzo effect" meaning in English

See ouzo effect in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

Forms: the ouzo effect [canonical]
Etymology: After the Greek drink ouzo, one of those that exhibit the effect. Head templates: {{head|en|noun|head=the ouzo effect}} the ouzo effect
  1. The spontaneous formation of an emulsion when water is added to certain anise-flavoured liqueurs and spirits, giving the drink a milky appearance. Wikipedia link: ouzo effect Related terms: louche
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