A mixtureof things consists of several different things together.
They looked at him with a mixture of horror, envy, and awe. [+ of]
...a mixture of spiced, grilled vegetables served cold. [+ of]
Synonyms: blend, mix, variety, fusion More Synonyms of mixture
2. countable noun
A mixture is a substance that consists of other substances which have been stirred or shaken together.
Prepare the gravy mixture.
...a mixture of water and sugar and salt. [+ of]
Synonyms: concoction, union, compound, blend More Synonyms of mixture
3. See also cough mixture
More Synonyms of mixture
mixture in British English
(ˈmɪkstʃə)
noun
1.
the act of mixing or state of being mixed
2.
something mixed; a result of mixing
3. chemistry
a substance consisting of two or more substances mixed together without any chemical bonding between them
4. pharmacology
a liquid medicine in which an insoluble compound is suspended in the liquid
5. music
an organ stop that controls several ranks of pipes sounding the upper notes in a harmonic series
6.
the mixture of petrol vapour and air in an internal-combustion engine
Word origin
C16: from Latin mixtūra, from mixtus, past participle of miscēre to mix
mixture in American English
(ˈmɪkstʃər)
noun
1.
a mixing or being mixed
2.
something made by mixing
; esp.,
a.
a combination of ingredients, kinds, etc.
b.
a yarn or fabric made of two or more different fibers, often of different colors
3. Chemistry
a substance containing two or more ingredients
distinguished from a chemical compound in that the constituents are not in fixedproportions, do not lose their individual characteristics, and can be separated byphysical means
Word origin
LME < L mixtura < mixtus: see mix
mixture in Chemical Engineering
(mɪkstʃər)
Word forms: (regular plural) mixtures
noun
(Chemical Engineering: General)
A mixture is a substance which consists of two or more solids, liquids, or gases.
Commercial soaps are mixtures of fatty acid salts.
The characteristics of each component in a mixture of powders influence the mixing behavior.
A mixture is a substance which consists of two or more solids, liquids, or gases.
mixture quality
mixture in the Pharmaceutical Industry
(mɪkstʃər)
Word forms: (regular plural) mixtures
noun
(Pharmaceutical: Administration)
A mixture is a liquid medicine in which an insoluble compound is suspended in the liquid.
Mixtures have some insoluble ingredients held in suspension by liquids.
Suspensions and colloids can be described as mixtures.
A mixture is a liquid medicine in which an insoluble compound is suspended in the liquid.
Examples of 'mixture' in a sentence
mixture
Then spoon the mixture into a bowl and allow to cool completely.
The Sun (2016)
Pour the tamarind mixture over the salmon.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Pour the mixture over the oats and stir well.
The Sun (2016)
Pour the liquid mixture into the well and stir quickly with a wooden spoon.
The Sun (2016)
Pour in enough mixture to fill the rings just over halfway up the sides.
The Sun (2016)
Add the pasta to the mince mixture and pour into a greased casserole dish.
The Sun (2016)
Divide the broccoli mixture between the pizzas and cook for 15 minutes or until the bases are cooked through.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Divide the egg mixture between the lined pan holes and bake for about 25 min, until the egg has set.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
It was a mixture of envy and a strange anger.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
Divide the mixture into four equal portions.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
It seemed to express a mixture of horror and the most fearsome threat.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Whisk the egg whites in a large bowl until the mixture forms soft peaks.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Shape the mixture into two burger patties.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Pour the yoghurt mixture on top and drizzle with the reserved oil.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Whisk the egg yolks and sugar until the mixture turns pale and thickens.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
The accidental mixture of two chemicals can produce surprising effects.
Porush, David A Short Guide to Writing About Science (1995)
There is little doubt he is strange mixture.
The Sun (2006)
Tip on to the oat mixture and stir together.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
We could not help feeling a certain mixture of awe and admiration.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Divide the mixture into four and shape into patties.
The Sun (2015)
Transfer mixture to large bowl to cool.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
It was a mixture of the two players.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
Use a spoon to slowly turn the mixture until the sugar has dissolved.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
But experts on the impact of chemical mixtures on human and animal health have criticised the findings.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
In other languages
mixture
British English: mixture /ˈmɪkstʃə/ NOUN
A mixture of things consists of several different things together.
The weather will be a mixture of rain, light winds, cloud and sunshine.
American English: mixture
Arabic: خَلِيطٌ
Brazilian Portuguese: mistura
Chinese: 混合物
Croatian: mješavina
Czech: směs
Danish: blanding
Dutch: mengsel
European Spanish: mezcla
Finnish: sekoitus
French: mélange
German: Gemisch
Greek: μείξη
Italian: miscela
Japanese: 混合物
Korean: 혼합물
Norwegian: kombinasjon
Polish: mieszanina
European Portuguese: mistura
Romanian: amestec
Russian: смесь
Latin American Spanish: mezcla
Swedish: blandning
Thai: ส่วนผสม
Turkish: karışım
Ukrainian: суміш
Vietnamese: sự pha trộn
Chinese translation of 'mixture'
mixture
(ˈmɪkstʃəʳ)
n(c/u)
混合物 (hùnhéwù) (种(種), zhǒng)
1 (noun)
Definition
a combination of different things, such as feelings
a mixture of spiced, grilled vegetables
Synonyms
blend
mix
a magical mix of fantasy and reality
variety
a store selling a wide variety of goods
fusion
the fusion of regular and reserve forces
assortment
an assortment of cheeses
combine
brew
jumble
a meaningless jumble of words
medley
a medley of traditional songs
concoction
amalgam
amalgamation
The organization was formed by an amalgamation of two groups.
mixed bag (informal)
meld
potpourri
a potpourri of architectural styles from all over the world
mélange (French)
miscellany
glass cases filled with a miscellany of objects
conglomeration
a conglomeration of buildings, all tightly packed together
hotchpotch
admixture
His heart beat with an admixture of aversion and thrill.
salmagundi
2 (noun)
Definition
something produced by blending or combining other things
a mixture of concrete and resin
Synonyms
composite
blend
He makes up his own blends of flour.
union
Norway's union with Denmark in the late fourteenth century
compound
Organic compounds contain carbon in their molecules.
alloy
Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin.
3 (noun)
Definition
a combination of different things, such as feelings
a mixture between Reggae, Bhangra, and Soul fusion
Synonyms
cross
The noise that came out was a cross between a laugh and a bark.
combination
A combination of factors are to blame.
blend
association
the association of the colour green with nature
4 (noun)
Definition
something produced by blending or combining other things
Prepare the mixture carefully.
Synonyms
concoction
This concoction helps to control skin blemishes.
union
compound
blend
brew
a mild herbal brew
composite
Spain is a composite of diverse traditions and people.
amalgam
I tend to make my characters an amalgam of several people.
conglomeration
Additional synonyms
in the sense of admixture
Definition
a mixture
His heart beat with an admixture of aversion and thrill.
Synonyms
mixture,
combination,
compound,
blend,
fusion,
alloy,
medley,
amalgamation,
meld,
intermixture
in the sense of alloy
Definition
a mixture of two or more metals
Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin.
Synonyms
mixture,
combination,
compound,
blend,
hybrid,
composite,
amalgam,
meld,
admixture
in the sense of amalgam
Definition
a blend or combination
I tend to make my characters an amalgam of several people.
Synonyms
combination,
mixture,
compound,
blend,
union,
composite,
fusion,
alloy,
amalgamation,
meld,
admixture
Synonyms of 'mixture'
mixture
Explore 'mixture' in the dictionary
Additional synonyms
in the sense of amalgamation
The organization was formed by an amalgamation of two groups.
Synonyms
combination,
union,
joining,
mixing,
alliance,
coalition,
merger,
mixture,
compound,
blend,
integration,
composite,
fusion,
mingling,
alloy,
amalgamating,
incorporation,
amalgam,
meld,
admixture,
commingling
in the sense of association
Definition
the act of associating or the state of being associated
the association of the colour green with nature
Synonyms
connection,
union,
joining,
linking,
tie,
mixing,
relation,
bond,
pairing,
combination,
mixture,
blend,
identification,
correlation,
linkage,
yoking,
juxtaposition,
lumping together,
concomitance
in the sense of assortment
Definition
a collection of various things or sorts
an assortment of cheeses
Synonyms
variety,
choice,
collection,
selection,
mixture,
diversity,
array,
jumble,
medley,
mixed bag (informal),
potpourri,
mélange,
miscellany,
mishmash,
farrago,
hotchpotch,
salmagundi,
pick `n' mix
in the sense of brew
a mild herbal brew
Synonyms
drink,
preparation,
mixture,
blend,
liquor,
beverage,
infusion,
concoction,
fermentation,
distillation
in the sense of combination
Definition
people or things combined
A combination of factors are to blame.
Synonyms
mixture,
mix,
compound,
blend,
composite,
amalgam,
amalgamation,
meld,
coalescence
in the sense of compound
Definition
any combination of two or more parts, features, or qualities
Organic compounds contain carbon in their molecules.
Synonyms
combination,
mixture,
blend,
composite,
conglomerate,
fusion,
synthesis,
alloy,
medley,
amalgam,
meld,
composition
in the sense of conglomeration
a conglomeration of buildings, all tightly packed together
Synonyms
mass,
combination,
composite,
accumulation,
assortment,
medley,
potpourri,
aggregation,
miscellany,
mishmash,
hotchpotch
in the sense of fusion
Definition
something new created by a mixture of qualities, ideas, or things
the fusion of regular and reserve forces
Synonyms
merging,
uniting,
union,
merger,
federation,
mixture,
blend,
blending,
integration,
synthesis,
amalgamation,
coalescence,
commingling,
commixture
in the sense of jumble
Definition
articles donated for a jumble sale
a meaningless jumble of words
Synonyms
muddle,
mixture,
mess,
disorder,
confusion,
chaos,
litter,
clutter,
disarray,
medley,
mélange,
miscellany,
mishmash,
farrago,
hotchpotch,
hodgepodge,
gallimaufry,
pig's breakfast (informal),
disarrangement
in the sense of medley
Definition
a mixture of various elements
a medley of traditional songs
Synonyms
mixture,
confusion,
jumble,
assortment,
patchwork,
pastiche,
mixed bag (informal),
potpourri,
mélange,
miscellany,
mishmash,
farrago,
hotchpotch,
hodgepodge,
salmagundi,
olio,
gallimaufry,
omnium-gatherum
Additional synonyms
in the sense of miscellany
Definition
a mixed assortment of items
glass cases filled with a miscellany of objects
Synonyms
assortment,
collection,
variety,
mixture,
diversity,
anthology,
jumble,
medley,
mixed bag,
potpourri,
mélange,
farrago,
hotchpotch,
salmagundi,
gallimaufry,
omnium-gatherum
in the sense of mix
Definition
something produced by mixing
a magical mix of fantasy and reality
Synonyms
mixture,
combination,
blend,
fusion,
compound,
jumble,
assortment,
alloy,
medley,
concoction,
amalgam,
mixed bag (informal),
meld,
mélange,
miscellany
in the sense of potpourri
Definition
an assortment or medley
a potpourri of architectural styles from all over the world
Synonyms
mixture,
collection,
combination,
patchwork,
medley,
motley,
pastiche,
mixed bag (informal),
mélange,
miscellany,
hotchpotch,
salmagundi,
gallimaufry
in the sense of union
Definition
the act of merging two or more things to become one, or the state of being merged in such a way
Norway's union with Denmark in the late fourteenth century