: something created by combining elements from two or more sources: such as
a
: a piece of music created by digitally overlaying an instrumental track with a vocal track from a different recording
b
: a movie or video having characters or situations from other sources
c
: a web service or application that integrates data and functionalities from various online sources

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One of the biggest drink trends of late is mash-up mixed drinks. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2026 In essence, Lopatin’s process was not unlike what Safdie was doing with his mash-up of Gabriel’s song and the 1940s footage. Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 6 Jan. 2026 Still, the mash-up was under pressure and the exit of digital watches wrapped in the second half of 2024. Brian Womack, Dallas Morning News, 4 Jan. 2026 The show was a must-see mash-up of sci-fi action, mystery, and relatable teen angst. Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 30 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mash-up

Word History

First Known Use

1859, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of mash-up was in 1859

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“Mash-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mash-up. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.

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mash-up

noun
ˈmash-ˌəp
: something created by combining elements from two or more sources: as
a
: a piece of music created by digitally overlaying an instrumental track with a vocal track from a different recording
b
: a movie or video having characters or situations from other sources
c
: a Web service or application that integrates data and functions from various online sources
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