Blender Meaning
/ˈblɛn.də/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA machine with sharp rotating blades in a bowl, for mashing, crushing, or liquefying food ingredients.
nounA piece of fabric sewn into the front of a theatrical wig to make it blend in with the performer's natural hair.
Sentence Examples
You can mix different foods in a blender.
Instead of eating vegetables, he puts them in a blender and drinks them.
CEFR Practice Quiz
I put the ice and fruit into the ____ to make a smoothie.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
I used the ____ to make a delicious fruit smoothie for my breakfast.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English blend Proto-Indo-European *-yósder. Proto-Italic *-āzijos Latin -āriusnom. Latin -āriusbor. Proto-Germanic *-ārijaz Proto-West Germanic *-ārī Old English -ere Middle English -ere English -er English blender From blend + -er.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"A blender is added to a wig in the same way that a quick front is added. It can be added at the same time as the fronting lace is added or after the wig is completed."
— 2013, Martha Ruskai, Allison Lowery, Wig Making and Styling: A Complete Guide for Theatre & Film, page 80:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
I put the ice and fruit into the ____ to make a smoothie.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
I used the ____ to make a delicious fruit smoothie for my breakfast.