mingle
Translation
to mingle, to mix, to socialise
Examples
He likes to mingle with the guests at parties.
He likes to mingle with the guests at parties.
The smells of spices mingle in the air.
The smells of spices mingle in the air.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((with sb.)) to move around and talk to people He likes to mingle with the guests.
((sth.)) ((with sth.)) to mix or combine The smells mingle in the air.
Similar Words
Synonyms: socialise, mix, blend; Antonyms: separate, avoid
Etymology
From Middle English 'menglen', a frequentative of 'mengen' meaning 'to mix', from Old English 'mengan'.
Memory Tips
Mingle is the opposite of being single at a party. You don't stay alone; you go and mingle with people.