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

That $19,000 price point also includes a hot-and-cold mixer tap for the kitchen sink, kitchen cabinets, and a bathroom mirror, too. —Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025

Mash as desired, either with a potato masher or by whipping with an electric mixer. —Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025

Mix on low speed with an electric mixer until combined. —Kathryn Gregory, Louisville Courier Journal, 21 Oct. 2025

With the mixer on low speed, add the flour mixture and beat until just combined. —Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 17 Oct. 2025

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