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Definition of blend noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

blend

noun
 
/blend/
 
/blend/
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  1. a mixture of different types of the same thing
    • a blend of tea
    Extra Examples
    • The barman prepared a cool blend of tropical fruit juices.
    • We offer several different blends of freshly ground coffee.
    • a scarf with a subtle blend of colours
    Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadjective
    • delightful
    • good
    • nice
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  2. [usually singular] a pleasant or useful combination of different things
    • a blend of youth and experience
    Extra Examples
    • just the right blend of work and relaxation
    • This charming hotel is a delightful blend of the old and the new.
    Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadjective
    • delightful
    • good
    • nice
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  3. Word OriginMiddle English: probably of Scandinavian origin and related to Old Norse blanda ‘to mix’.
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