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 motion picture 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 the back courtyard are both sunny and shady nooks to relax with a drink crafted from the BYOB mixer bar. —Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 4 June 2024

Make cream cheese filling: Beat heavy whipping cream in a medium bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 1 minute. —Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 3 June 2024

Add the flour-malt mixture to the bowl and run the mixer on the lowest setting for 1 minute to begin to combine. —Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 28 May 2024

In a large mixing bowl beat cream cheese and yogurt with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. —Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing mixer

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

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