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Mishmash

//ˈmɪʃˌmæʃ// noun, verb

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A collection containing a variety of miscellaneous things.

    "As for Mr. Pynchon’s conjuring of millennial New York, it’s a total mishmash."

  2. 2
    a motley assortment of things wordnet
Verb
  1. 1
    To mix together, especially in a confused way. transitive
  2. 2
    To become mixed together. intransitive

Etymology

Etymology 1

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.

Etymology 2

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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