n.
Pronunciation: ' mik-s ə r
Function: noun
Date: 1611
1 : one that mixes: as a (1) : one whose work is mixing the ingredients of a product (2) : one who balances and controls the dialogue, music, and sound effects to be recorded for or with a motion picture or television b : a container, device, or machine for mixing c : a game, stunt, or dance used at a get-together to give members of the group an opportunity to meet one another in a friendly and informal atmosphere also : the get-together itself
2 : one that mixes with others: as a : a person considered in regard to casual sociability <was shy and a poor mixer > b : a nonalcoholic beverage (as ginger ale) used in a mixed drink