mingle — to mix or combine together; to move around and talk to other people at a social event
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to mix or combine together; to move around and talk to other people at a social event
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɪŋɡəl/
Example Sentences
- The shy CEO tried to mingle at the company picnic, but ended up hiding behind the potato salad table.
- The aroma of coffee and bacon mingled in the morning air.
- At the speed dating event, awkward silence mingled with desperate small talk.
mingle
VERB[/ˈmɪŋɡəl/]
to mix or combine together; to move around and talk to other people at a social event
At the rooftop party, strangers mingle with drinks in hand, laughing across small circles.
No longer single, keys jingle as I mingle!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English mengelen, derived from Germanic roots meaning 'to mix' or 'to blend'. The word originally evoked the image of various ingredients being thoroughly combined in a single vessel, later extending to describe people gathering and mingling together.
Breakdown
Middle English mengelen from Germanic *mengal- (to mix, blend). The -en suffix marks the infinitive form in Middle English, with the root meng- relating to Proto-Germanic *mangjan (to mix).
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📝Examples
“The shy CEO tried to mingle at the company picnic, but ended up hiding behind the potato salad table.”
“The aroma of coffee and bacon mingled in the morning air.”
“At the speed dating event, awkward silence mingled with desperate small talk.”
“Students from different majors mingle in the common area.”
“His excitement mingled with nervousness before the job interview.”
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