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admixture

noun

Simple meaning

A mixture, in some contexts.

Pronunciation

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admikscher

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ædˈmɪkstʃɚ

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Definition

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noun

  1. An instance of admixing, a mixing in of something.

  2. A mixture, in some contexts

  3. A mixing-in of a biologically or genetically differentiated group to an established stock.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Uncommon
Formality
Technical

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This meaning: A mixture, in some contexts

Used this way, admixture is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Not strongly marked
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Matter-of-fact
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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More ways to use admixture

  • “The growing medium should be equal parts of sand and loam with an admixture of peat moss and cow manure.”noun

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Synonyms

Sense: instance of admixing

mixture

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