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Definition of mixer

mixer

/ˈmɪk.sɚ/
mix · er
Plural:mixers
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mixer Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A machine or device used for combining, beating, or blending ingredients, especially in cooking and baking.

Example

"She used a stand mixer to knead the heavy dough for the homemade bread."

2

A non-alcoholic beverage, such as soda, tonic water, or fruit juice, used to dilute and flavor alcoholic drinks.

Example

"We have plenty of gin for the party, but we need to run to the store to buy more tonic water and other mixers."

3

A casual social gathering or party designed to help attendees meet and converse with one another.

Example

"The university hosted a freshman mixer during orientation week to help new students make friends."

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• Rhymes for mixer

• Nearby Words

mixability
mixable
mixed
mixer
mixmaster
mixologist
mixology

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the verb 'mix' combined with the agent noun suffix '-er'. First recorded in the 16th century referring to a person who mixes, with the meaning extending to mechanical devices by the 19th century and to social gatherings by the early 20th century.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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