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admix

 

[ ædˈmɪks ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

mixing substances

To admix means to combine or mix different substances together. It is often used in contexts where specific ratios of ingredients are necessary to achieve desired properties or effects. For example, in the food industry, ingredients might be admixed to create a particular flavor or texture. Similarly, in chemistry or construction, admixing materials can enhance performance or durability.

Synonyms

blend, combine, integrate, mix

Examples of usage

  • She decided to admix various spices into the stew.
  • To improve the concrete's strength, they will admix certain additives.
  • The baker will admix chocolate and vanilla batters to create a marbled cake.

Translations

Translations of the word "admix" in other languages:

🇵🇹 misturar

🇮🇳 मिश्रण करना

🇩🇪 mischen

🇮🇩 mencampur

🇺🇦 змішувати

🇵🇱 mieszać

🇯🇵 混ぜる

🇫🇷 mélanger

🇪🇸 mezclar

🇹🇷 karıştırmak

🇰🇷 혼합하다

🇸🇦 يمزج

🇨🇿 míchat

🇸🇰 miešať

🇨🇳 混合

🇸🇮 mešati

🇮🇸 blanda

🇰🇿 араластыру

🇬🇪 მილევა

🇦🇿 qarışdırmaq

🇲🇽 mezclar

Etymology

The term 'admix' originated in the late 19th century, deriving from the combination of the prefix 'ad-' meaning 'to' or 'toward' and the verb 'mix'. The prefix indicates direction or addition, while 'mix' itself comes from the Latin 'miscere', meaning 'to mix or mingle'. Over time, 'admix' has evolved to encompass various domains such as food science, chemistry, and manufacturing, reflecting its versatility in the context of combining different materials or substances. The word has become more prevalent in technical and scientific discourse, particularly in areas that require precision in the mixing of elements to achieve specific outcomes.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,920, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.