blender

word

Definition

A blender is an electric kitchen appliance that mixes, blends, or purees food and drinks by chopping them quickly with rotating blades.

Usage & Nuances

'Blender' mainly refers to a countertop kitchen appliance, not a small handheld 'mixer'. Typical combinations include 'use a blender', 'blender jar', and 'put in the blender'. In some regions, 'liquidizer' is a synonym.

Example Sentences

I made a smoothie in the blender.

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Do we have a blender at home?

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My old blender broke, so I had to buy a new one.

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Nothing beats homemade soup made with a blender.

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She cleaned the blender after using it.

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Could you toss the fruit into the blender and hit start?

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