mishmash.
A collection containing a variety of miscellaneous things.
Meaning & usage
A collection containing a variety of miscellaneous things.
Where this word comes from
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.
Where this word comes from
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.
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