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 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.

Recent Examples on the Web

In a dry cabin, sugary mixers can read louder than intended, especially when there’s not enough acidity or bitterness to balance them. —Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 4 Feb. 2026

With mixer on medium-low speed, gradually add powdered sugar, beating until smooth, about 2 minutes total. —Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 3 Feb. 2026

Guests are guaranteed to speak to at least 10 people and continue the conversations during a singles mixer after the speed dating concludes. —Alyson Rodriguez, Dallas Morning News, 1 Feb. 2026

Can this recipe be made without an electric mixer? —Martha Stewart, 1 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing mixer

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

Rhymes for mixer

• fixer
• elixir

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