mix — to combine two or more substances or things together
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to combine two or more substances or things together
Pronunciation (IPA): /mɪks/
Example Sentences
- Don't mix your laundry colors or your white shirts will turn pink!
- I always mix up my twin brothers' names.
- The DJ will mix different songs at the party tonight.
mix
VERB[/mɪks/]
to combine two or more substances or things together
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'mix' derives from Middle English 'mixen', which is related to Latin 'miscēre' meaning 'to mix'. The term evolved from practical culinary contexts where cooks combined ingredients together.
Breakdown
Latin miscēre (to mix) → Middle English mixen → modern English mix. The root miscēre carries the fundamental sense of combining or blending elements together.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Don't mix your laundry colors or your white shirts will turn pink!”
“I always mix up my twin brothers' names.”
“The DJ will mix different songs at the party tonight.”
“Oil and water don't mix well together.”
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