# ricing

Pronunciation: say "RYS-ing" /ˈɹaɪsɪŋ/

## Verb

1. Present participle and gerund of rice. — present participle and gerund of rice
   - Simple: Present participle of rice. Use this -ing form for something happening now.
   - _The chef was ricing the steamed potatoes through a fine sieve._
   - _Ricing the egg yolks creates a delicate garnish for the salad._

## Noun

2. The formation of unwanted, hard white grain-like clumps in a batch of soap.
   - Simple: The forming of small, hard white lumps in soap that make it look grainy.
   - _Adding certain fragrance oils too quickly often triggers ricing in the soap batter._
   - _Experienced soapers watch for ricing the moment they blend in essential oils._

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