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eggbeater

1 of 1noun
/ˈɛɡbitər/
Forms:eggbeaters
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a handheld kitchen tool with two or more beaters or whisks used to beat, whisk, or mix ingredients by hand

An eggbeater, also known as a hand mixer, is a kitchen tool used for beating, whipping, or mixing ingredients such as eggs, batter, or cream. It typically consists of a handle attached to a set of beaters or whisks, which are rotated manually by turning a handle. Some eggbeaters feature a gear mechanism that allows the beaters to rotate with minimal effort, while others require more manual effort to operate.

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an aircraft without wings that obtains its lift from the rotation of overhead blades