Words / B2

MINGL/ˈmɪŋɡl/

To mingle is to mix, or to move around talking at a gathering: governors mingled; mingle with. Mix is everyday; socialise is the people twin. Mingling is not a recorded vote. Mix-up: mangle is to ruin; single is one. Do not write mingle for a formal vote or a written consultation.

Meaning

To mix or move around talking to people at a gathering.

Examples

• “Governors mingled after the presentation; that is not a recorded vote.”
• “Smoke mingled with fog on the estuary, which is the blend sense.”

Good to know

mingle with; mingle + substances. Everyday: mix. Trap: mangle / single. News, citizenship, and description. Mix socially or physically, not a ballot.

Near in meaning

mix

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