mixed-use

adjective

ˈmikst-ˈyüs 

: used or suitable for several different functions

a mixed-use building

Examples of mixed-use in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

At 1221 Broadway and part of the City Center mixed-use complex, the landmark tower was taken back through a speedy foreclosure process, documents filed on June 16 with the Alameda County Recorder’s Office show. — George Avalos, Mercury News, 18 June 2026

Other timeless features include kitchen islands, mixed-use lighting, and ample storage. — Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 18 June 2026

The town moved to amend its zoning regulations to allow for greater flexibility for those who want to convert older office properties into residential or mixed-use redevelopments, with Greenberg a vocal proponent of the changes. — Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 17 June 2026

Expect up to four hours of mixed-use battery life; a charging case will give you four extra charges. — Chloe Albanesius, PC Magazine, 17 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for mixed-use

• avenues
• barbecues
• cockatoos
• interviews
• kangaroos
• obliquus
• overshoes
• overuse
• overviews
• residues
• revenues
• tyrannus