mixer

noun

mix·​er ˈmik-sər How to pronounce mixer (audio)
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.
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Increase mixer speed to high, and beat until stiff peaks form, 3 to 4 minutes. Ivy Odom, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2025 In a large bowl beat butter with a mixer on medium 30 seconds. Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Oct. 2025 To make shaved ice, first secure the attachment into the mixer’s hub and an ice puck into the cup. Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Oct. 2025 In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Arkansas Online, 7 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mixer

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of mixer was in 1598

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“Mixer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mixer. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.

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mixer

noun
mix·​er ˈmik-sər How to pronounce mixer (audio)
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

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