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

Sift the confectioners’ sugar and instant coffee into the stand mixer bowl, and add the heavy cream. —Lucie Franc De Ferriere, Vogue, 10 May 2026

Investigators say the first 24 to 72 hours are especially important because scammers often try to break transactions into smaller transfers or route them through mixers and privacy coins. —Jon Stojan may 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026

The light pink can and sparkly beverage will look right at home during any backyard party; use it as a cocktail mixer or enjoy it straight out of the can. —Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 May 2026

Using an electric mixer on high speed, beat 2 large eggs, 1 cup (200 g) sugar, and 1 tsp. —Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Apr. 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