mixture

Definition

The act of mixing.

Etymology

From Middle English, borrowed from Old French misture, from Latin mixtūra (“a mixing”), from mixtus, perfect passive participle of misceō (“mix”); compare mix.

Example Sentences

• "The mixture of sulphuric acid and water produces heat."
• "An alloy is a mixture of two metals."
• "The day was a mixture of sunshine and showers."

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