mingling

min·gle  (mnggl)

v. min·gled, min·gling, min·gles

v.tr.

1. To mix or bring together in combination, usually without loss of individual characteristics. See Synonyms at mix.

2. To mix so that the components become united; merge.

v.intr.

1. To be or become mixed or united.

2. To join or take part with others: The faculty mingled with the trustees.

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[Middle English menglen, frequentative of mengen, to mix, from Old English mengan; see mag- in Indo-European roots.]

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mingler n.

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Noun

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mingling - the action of people mingling and coming into contact; "all the random mingling and idle talk made him hate literary parties" social activity - activity considered appropriate on social occasions