mishmash
|mish/mash|
B2
/ˈmɪʃˌmæʃ/
confused mixture
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mishmash' originates from Yiddish, specifically the word 'mishn', where 'mish' meant 'mix'.
Historical Evolution
'mishn' transformed into the English word 'mishmash' and eventually became the modern English word 'mishmash'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a mix or blend of things', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a confused mixture of different things.
The artist's work was a mishmash of styles and techniques.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45