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

In a large bowl beat cream cheese with a mixer on medium until smooth and creamy, 1 to 2 minutes. —Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2026

Alumni from Bellarmine College Prep and Notre Dame High School got together Thursday evening for a joint alumni mixer at Jack’s Bar in San Jose. —Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2026

In the bowl of an electric mixer, add both the sugars and butter and beat for 8 minutes or until light and fluffy. —Shafiq Najib, ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026

Beat sugar and butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. —Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026

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