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Definition of intermix

intermix

/ˌɪn.tɚˈmɪks/
in · ter · mix
Adjective:intermixed
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Past Simple:intermixed
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Past Participle:intermixed
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Present Participle:intermixing
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• verb

1

To mix or mingle two or more distinct things, elements, or groups together.

Example

"The artist chose to intermix warm earth tones with vibrant blues on the canvas."

2

To become mixed or mingled together (of distinct elements, substances, or populations).

Example

"Freshwater from the melting glacier and saltwater from the bay intermix in the estuary."

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• Rhymes for intermix

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 15th century, modeled on Latin intermiscere ('to mingle among'), from inter- ('between, among') and mix.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Intermix. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/intermix
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