noun
also me·lange (ˈ)mā|läⁿzh, -änj
( -s )
Etymology: French mélange, from Middle French melange, from mesler, medler, meler to mix — more at meddle
: mixture , commingling: as
a. : a mixture of heterogeneous and often incongruous elements
this turgid mélange of pacification and threat
the psychosis represents a bizarre mélange of behavioral normality and abnormality — Hudson Hoagland
b. : a former dress fabric of cotton and wool
c. : a yarn spun from stock printed in different colors
d. : a silken pillow lace made with a combination of Chantilly and Spanish designs
e. : a batch or sales lot of diamonds in assorted sizes
f. : coffee mixed with cream, served in a tall glass, and topped with whipped cream