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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In the bowl of a food processor combine pita, walnuts, and 1 Tbsp. Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2026 The herbal purée comes together quickly in a food processor and adds tons of flavor. Saveur Editors, Saveur, 8 Jan. 2026 The food processor is a great shortcut to finely chopping your walnuts. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 30 Dec. 2025 Boil the beets until softened, drain, then puree in a blender or food processor. Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 29 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for food processor

Word History

First Known Use

1973, in the meaning defined above

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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 14 Jan. 2026.

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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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