Definition

To separate things that have been mixed together.

Example

The chef decided to unmingle the ingredients to create a clearer flavor profile.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think we need to unmingle the colors in this paint mix.

Yeah, they’re starting to look like a weird brown shade.

Let's try to separate them before we start painting again.

Good idea! I don't want the final result to be a muddy mess.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unmingle → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not or opposite of) and "mingle" (from Old English "mingle", meaning to mix or blend). The word "unmingle" means to not mix or to separate things that were previously mixed together.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not mixing' ('un-') things that were once 'blended' ('mingle'). This helps you remember that 'unmingle' means to separate or keep things apart.

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