Mix

/mɪks/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a combination of different things or elements.

The party had a great mix of people from different backgrounds.

a mixture of substances or ingredients, especially for a specific use.

He bought a ready mix for making pancakes.

verb

to combine or blend two or more substances, ingredients, or elements together.

She decided to mix flour, sugar, and eggs to make a cake.

to cause to become united or blended.

The artist wanted to mix different styles to create a unique piece.

to associate or socialize with others.

It’s important to mix with other professionals in your field.

Middle English: from Old French 'miscier', based on Latin 'miscere' meaning 'to mix'.

mix it up

to change something in a way that makes it more interesting.

mix and match

to combine different elements in various ways.

mixed signals

conflicting or ambiguous messages.

mixture

a combination of two or more substances.

blend

to mix two or more substances together.

stir

to move a spoon or other implement around in a liquid.

To socialize casually or hang out.

Let's mix and see what happens at the cafe later.

To combine different styles or genres, especially in music.

The artist likes to mix hip-hop with jazz elements.