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Definition of mixup

mixup

/ˈmɪks.ʌp/
mix · up
Plural:mixups
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mixup Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A state of confusion, disorder, or misunderstanding, especially one resulting from a mistake in arrangements or communication.

Example

"There was a mixup with our hotel reservations, so we ended up with two single rooms instead of a suite."

2

North American A confused fight, brawl, or scuffle (informal).

Example

"The hockey players got into a brief mixup behind the net before the referees separated them."

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Word Nuance & Usage

The noun is commonly spelled either with a hyphen ('mix-up') or as a solid compound ('mixup', especially in American English), whereas the verbal phrase 'mix up' is always written as two separate words.

• Rhymes for mixup

• Nearby Words

mixology
mixtape
mixture
mixup
mizuna
mmm
mnemonic

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