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

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Cut butter into flour with your hands or a pastry blender. — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 26 June 2026 In a blender, combine Rhubarb-Strawberry Cubes, tequila, and lime juice. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 June 2026 In a food processor or blender, combine garlic, shallots, olive oil, parsley, dill, capers, basil, lemon zest and juice. — Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026 Some useful items to donate in the summer are fans (box fans or portable desk fans) and small appliances to make quick and refreshing meals on hot days—such as blenders, air fryers, and juicers. — Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for blender

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First Known Use

circa 1611, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of blender was circa 1611

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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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