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blender

noun

blend·​er ˈblen-dər How to pronounce blender (audio)
: one that blends
especially : an electric appliance for grinding or mixing
a food blender

Examples of blender in a Sentence

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Just make sure to work in small batches and vent the lid when using a standard blender to allow steam to escape. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 26 Nov. 2025 In other words, this powerful handheld kitchen tool can replace a full-size blender, hand mixer, and food processor, freeing up valuable counter and cabinet space. Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Nov. 2025 Transfer to a blender and puree, in batches if necessary. Kathryn Gregory, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Nov. 2025 Air fryers, coffee makers, blenders, and other countertop gadgets are all fair game. Mekialaya White, CBS News, 24 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for blender

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1611, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of blender was circa 1611

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“Blender.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blender. Accessed 3 Dec. 2025.

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blender

noun
blend·​er ˈblen-dər How to pronounce blender (audio)
: a person or thing that blends
especially : an electric appliance with blades for chopping or mixing food

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