mingle

Definition

To intermix; to combine or join, as an individual or part, with other parts, but commonly so as to be distinguishable in the product.

Etymology

From earlier mingil, mengle, from Middle English menglen, equivalent to ming + -le. Cognate with Dutch mengelen (“to mingle, mix”), German mengen (“to mingle, mix”). More at ming.

Example Sentences

• "[T]here was hayle ãd fyre mẽgled with the hayle, […]"
• "Be aware of the smiling enemy, that openly sheatheth his weapon, / But mingleth poison in secret with the sacred salt of hospitality."
• "Across the city yesterday, there was a feeling of bittersweet reunion as streams of humanity converged and mingled at dozens of memorial services."