English · Food & Drink
blender
/ˈblɛn.dər/
[/ˈblɛn.dər/]
machine for mixing food
Beginnernoun
Definition
An electric appliance with rotating blades used to mix, puree, or liquefy food and drinks.
Example
He put the bananas and milk into the blender to make a smoothie for breakfast.
He put the bananas and milk into the blender to make a smoothie for breakfast.
Etymology
From the verb 'blend' (Old Norse 'blanda', to mix) plus the agent suffix '-er'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used when describing kitchen tasks like making smoothies or sauces.