ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Mix

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈmɪks/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Mix is a verb meaning (transitive) To stir together.

Meaning

(transitive) To stir together.

More Meanings

  1. (transitive) To combine (items from two or more sources normally kept separate).
  2. (ambitransitive) To form by mingling; to produce by the stirring together of ingredients; to concoct from different parts.
  3. (transitive) To blend by the use of a mixer (machine).
  4. (transitive, music) To combine (several tracks).
  5. (transitive, music) To produce a finished version of (a recording).
  6. (ambitransitive) To unite with in company; to join; to associate.
  7. The result of mixing two or more substances; a mixture.

Example Sentences

Hast thou no poison mixed?
to mix business with pleasure
Yellow and blue paint mix to make green.
Don't mix the meat recipes with the dairy recipes.

Word Forms

Synonyms for mix

Depending on context, synonyms include blend, combine, mingle, intermix, mix up, muddle.

Antonyms for mix

Common opposites include disentangle, purify, unmix, segregate.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include immix, mixture, admixture, commix, blend, commixture.

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