To blend is to mix things together so well that they form a smooth, even combination where the parts are hard to separate.
“Blend” comes from Old English “blendan,” meaning “to mix,” influenced by Old Norse “blanda.” It has long been used for mixing liquids, colors, and later, ideas and styles.
When we talk about cultures, flavors, or even music “blending,” we’re borrowing a very physical idea from mixing liquids. The word suggests not just combination, but a kind of harmony where the pieces lose their sharp edges.
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