Blend
/blɛnd/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo mix thoroughly so as to produce a uniform whole.
/blɛnd/
To mix or combine smoothly
The painter blended the colors to create a soft effect.
💡 Simply: To mix things together completely.
More Examples
She blended the flour and sugar together.
How It's Used
"She blended the ingredients until smooth."
"The artist blended the colors seamlessly."
A mixture of different things.
/blɛnd/
A mixture or combination
The coffee had a smooth blend of flavors.
💡 Simply: A mix of things together.
More Examples
The fabric is a blend of cotton and silk.
How It's Used
"The fruit blend was delicious."
"The designer created a unique blend of styles."
Idioms & expressions
blend in
To become indistinguishable from one's surroundings.
"He tried to blend in with the crowd."
From Middle English blenden, from Old English blendan "to mix, mingle," probably of Germanic origin.
Historically, the word 'blend' was primarily used in the context of mixing liquids or colors. Its broader application to other contexts arose later.
Memory tip
Think of a smoothie – everything is blended together.