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

These include the 206 E-truck mixer and a 33-meter pump truck. —Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026

As spring replaces winter’s chill, more people are reaching for a mix of spirits and mixers to quench their thirst. —Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 24 Mar. 2026

In the bowl of an electric stand mixer or using a handheld electric mixer, add melted white chocolate and mascarpone. —Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 23 Mar. 2026

The facility had three bulk ingredient containers stored by the stand mixer on the ground. —Sacbee.com, 20 Mar. 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