Intermixing: meaning, definitions and examples

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intermixing

 

[ ˌɪntərˈmɪksɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

combining elements

To intermix is to mix together or blend different elements or substances into a uniform mixture. This term is often used in contexts where various components are combined to create a new entity or effect.

Synonyms

blend, combine, merge.

Examples of usage

  • The artist intermixes colors on the palette.
  • The chef recommends intermixing flavors for a unique dish.
  • The children enjoyed intermixing different types of sand in their building project.

Translations

Translations of the word "intermixing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mistura

🇮🇳 मिश्रण

🇩🇪 Vermischung

🇮🇩 percampuran

🇺🇦 перемішування

🇵🇱 mieszanie

🇯🇵 混合

🇫🇷 mélange

🇪🇸 mezcla

🇹🇷 karışım

🇰🇷 혼합

🇸🇦 اختلاط

🇨🇿 smíchání

🇸🇰 zmiešavanie

🇨🇳 混合

🇸🇮 mešanje

🇮🇸 blöndun

🇰🇿 араласу

🇬🇪 შერევა

🇦🇿 qarışdırma

🇲🇽 mezcla

Etymology

The term 'intermixing' originates from the prefix 'inter-', meaning 'between' or 'among', and the verb 'mix', which comes from the Old French 'mesclier' meaning 'to mix'. The usage of 'intermixing' suggests a process that is more active than simple mixing, emphasizing the interaction between distinct elements. First recorded in the 17th century, this word has been commonly applied in various fields, including culinary arts, music, and science, to articulate the blending of diverse components. Over time, it has evolved into a versatile term that captures the dynamic nature of combining elements, whether in a physical, artistic, or conceptual context.