mixer

noun

mix·​er ˈmik-sər 

plural mixers

1

: one that mixes: such as

a(1)

: one whose work is mixing the ingredients of a product

(2)

: one who balances and controls the dialogue, music, and sound effects to be recorded for or with a movie or television

b

: a container, device, or machine for mixing

a cement mixer

Combine the flour and sugar with an electric mixer.

see also hand mixer, stand mixer

c

: a game, stunt, or dance used at a get-together to give members of the group an opportunity to meet one another in a friendly and informal atmosphere

also : the get-together itself

2

: one that mixes with others: such as

a

: a person considered in regard to casual sociability

was shy and a poor mixer

b

: a nonalcoholic beverage (such as ginger ale) used in a mixed drink

Examples of mixer in a Sentence

Orange juice is her favorite mixer.

Recent Examples on the Web

Assemble and Serve In a large bowl beat heavy cream with a mixer on medium until soft peaks form (tips curl), gradually adding the remaining 2 Tbsp. sugar. —Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2025

Chamber mixer: The Poway Chamber of Commerce will host its April mixer at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 24 at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts, 15498 Espola Road. —Pomerado News, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2025

The siblings and Polidori Harris’ son, William Polidori Harris, were at McGregor Square for a pregame mixer organized by the team for its major supporters and partners. —Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 15 Apr. 2025

The gin is available in the Royal Suite with assorted mixers and garnishes, as part of the suite’s full bar, which is complimentary to guests. —Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing mixer

• cement mixer
• concrete mixer
• hand mixer
• stand mixer

Rhymes for mixer

• fixer
• elixir

Kids Definition

mixer

noun

mix·​er ˈmik-sər 

1

: one that mixes

especially : a device or machine for mixing

2

: a party to give members of a group an opportunity to get acquainted