commixture

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[kuh-miks-cher] / kəˈmɪks tʃər /

noun

1. the act or process of commixing.

2. the condition of being commixed; mixture.

3. (in a Eucharistic service) the placing of a part of the Host in the chalice.

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Etymology

Origin of commixture

1580–90; < Latin commixtūra, equivalent to commixt ( us ) ( see commix) + -ūra -ure

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Example Sentences

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commixture

The volume of rain produced in the Condor’s water cycle is enormous, says Luna, thanks to a unique commixture of altitudes, endemic soils, and solar and wind patterns.

From Salon ● Feb. 10, 2013

For their hypothesis of the formation of the embryo from commixture of blood being wholly false, their opinion in this case must of necessity be likewise.

From The Works of Aristotle the Famous Philosopher Containing his Complete Masterpiece and Family Physician; his Experienced Midwife, his Book of Problems and his Remarks on Physiognomy by Aristotle

Theoretically this is our basis; practically there is a commixture; much of this cosmopolitan faith is mingled with much of confined self-regard.

From The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 11, No. 64, February, 1863 by Various

They are also necessary when different varieties are kept, in order to avoid improper or undesirable commixture from accidental crossing.

From Sheep, Swine, and Poultry Embracing the History and Varieties of Each; The Best Modes of Breeding; Their Feeding and Management; Together with etc. by Robert Jennings

Does this commixture of elements make the Play seem unnatural or incongruous?

From Shakespeare Study Programs; The Comedies by Charlotte Endymion Porter

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