mishmash
noun
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Pronunciation: /ˈmɪʃˌmæʃ/
noun
Etymology: Attested since the late 15th century, Middle English mysse masche, probably a reduplication of mash, although a Yiddish origin or influence has also been suggested. Cognates include Saterland Frisian Miskmask and German Mischmasch.
- A collection containing a variety of miscellaneous things.
“As for Mr. Pynchon’s conjuring of millennial New York, it’s a total mishmash.”
“He cites 'on-seat charging facilities', which he describes as pregviously^([sic]) being a "mishmash of some having them and not having them".”
verb
Etymology: Attested since the late 15th century, Middle English mysse masche, probably a reduplication of mash, although a Yiddish origin or influence has also been suggested. Cognates include Saterland Frisian Miskmask and German Mischmasch.
- To mix together, especially in a confused way.
- To become mixed together.