noun
Uncommon
blending
BLEHN-dihng
Blending (noun) means the act or process of mixing things together smoothly. Example: “The blending of the two paint colours created a soft gradient.”
noun
1
The act or process of mixing things together smoothly.
"The blending of the two paint colours created a soft gradient."
How to use blending
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe process of combining two or more things into a smooth mixture.
Common pairings
colour blending
blending technique
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Word forms
- Plural
- blendings
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The _____ of the two paint colours created a soft gradient.
Etymology
From "blend" plus the "-ing" ending.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for blending
ending
sending
bending
lending
pending
mending
spending
unending
trending
defending
ascending
attending
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Frequently asked questions
What does “blending” mean?
The word “blending” means the act or process of mixing things together smoothly. In plain terms, the process of combining two or more things into a smooth mixture.
How do you pronounce “blending”?
“Blending” is pronounced BLEHN-dihng (/ˈblɛndɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “blending” in a sentence?
Here is “blending” used in a sentence: “The blending of the two paint colours created a soft gradient.”
What part of speech is “blending”?
“Blending” is a noun.
Is “blending” a common word?
“Blending” is an uncommon word in modern English.
