mixer

noun

mix·er | \ ˈmik-sər

Definition of mixer

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

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

Deep shelves are useful for storing serving dishes or bought-in-bulk packages, and taller shelves will fit countertop appliances like your juicer and mixer. — Jessica Dailey, Good Housekeeping, "Pantry," 11 Feb. 2019 Styles run from Gregorian chants to live bands using amplifiers, sound mixers and theatrical-lighting systems. — Esther Fung, WSJ, "Why Are People Wearing Earplugs in Church? Hint: It’s Not the Sermon," 25 Jan. 2019 Transfer to mixer and whisk on medium-high speed until stiff, glossy peaks form. — Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, "Eggnog Mousse Snowmen," 29 Nov. 2018 In large bowl, with mixer on high speed, beat eggs until blended. — Susan Westmoreland, Good Housekeeping, "Sweet Valentine's Day Brownies That Are Seriously Easy to Make," 25 Jan. 2019 Place meringue powder and water in the bowl of a standing mixer and swirl them together. — Alison Roman, The Seattle Times, "‘We are all connected by cookies’: A tribe with a bond stronger than royal icing," 12 Dec. 2018 Pass through the meat-grinder attachment of a stand mixer or chop finely. — Kathleen Squires, WSJ, "What Your Holiday Table Has Been Missing," 12 Dec. 2018 In the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together egg whites, sugar, and salt until just combined. — Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, "S'mores Ice Cream Pie," 11 June 2018 In the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together 4 egg whites, ¼ teaspoon salt and 14 tablespoons (1 cup minus 2 tablespoons) sugar. — Leah Eskin, chicagotribune.com, "Lemon meringue tart has everything — even whipped cream," 20 Mar. 2018

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