blending — the process of combining different elements to create a uniform mixture
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the process of combining different elements to create a uniform mixture
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈblendɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- My makeup blending skills are so bad, I look like a rainbow warrior going to battle.
- The art teacher emphasized the importance of color blending in watercolor painting.
- His cooking style involves blending traditional recipes with modern techniques.
blending
NOUN[/ˈblendɪŋ/]
the process of combining different elements to create a uniform mixture
The chef's careful blending of fresh fruits created a smooth smoothie.
The designer's careful blending of two styles created one beautiful design. (BLEND TO BUILD A BRAND.)
The artist's blending of colors, combining of ideas, and harmonizing of the final painting created a masterpiece.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'blending' derives from the verb 'blend', which originated in 14th-century Scandinavian languages. The term originally carried the meaning 'to blind' or 'to obscure', but gradually evolved to denote 'to mix' or 'to combine', likely through the metaphorical sense of colors or elements becoming indistinguishable when mixed together.
Breakdown
blend (from Scandinavian root meaning 'to mix') + -ing (present participle and gerund suffix), forming a noun or present participle expressing the action of mixing or combining.
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📝Examples
“My makeup blending skills are so bad, I look like a rainbow warrior going to battle.”
“The art teacher emphasized the importance of color blending in watercolor painting.”
“His cooking style involves blending traditional recipes with modern techniques.”
“The smoothie shop's secret is in the perfect blending time - exactly 47.5 seconds, no more, no less.”
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