food processor

noun

: an electric kitchen appliance with a set of interchangeable blades revolving inside a container

Examples of food processor in a Sentence

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Just whir oat flour and rolled oats in a food processor with some cornstarch, which gives the crust structure, and a little salt. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026 No stove, no ovens, no food processors, and no foams. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026 Before adding the fruits to the frosting, grind them very finely in a food processor or blender (or place them in a resealable plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin). Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 7 May 2026 Cut butter and cream cheese into cubes and add to food processor or bowl. Judy Bart Kancigor, Oc Register, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for food processor

Word History

First Known Use

1973, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of food processor was in 1973

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“Food processor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/food%20processor. Accessed 15 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

food processor

noun
: an electric kitchen appliance that has blades that turn inside a container and is used for cutting and blending food

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