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randomly-mixed

|ran-dom-ly-mixed|

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/ˈrændəmli mɪkst/

unordered combination

Etymology
Etymology Information

'randomly-mixed' originates from the English word 'random,' which comes from the Old French word 'randir,' meaning 'to run' or 'to gallop,' combined with 'mix,' from the Old English 'miscian,' meaning 'to mix or blend.'

Historical Evolution

'random' evolved from the Old French 'randir' to the Middle English 'randoun,' eventually becoming 'random' in modern English. 'Mix' evolved from the Old English 'miscian' to the Middle English 'mixen,' eventually becoming 'mix' in modern English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'random' meant 'running' or 'galloping,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking a specific pattern or order.' 'Mix' has largely retained its original meaning of 'to combine or blend.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

combined or arranged in no specific order or pattern.

The colors in the painting were randomly-mixed, creating a chaotic yet beautiful effect.

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Last updated: 2025/03/22 20:39