premix

American

[pree-miks] / priˈmɪks /

noun

Also premixture a mixture of ingredients, made before selling, using, etc..

The chain saw runs on a premix of oil and gasoline.

adjective

mixed prior to using, marketing, etc.; premixed.

premix concrete.

verb (used with object)

premixed, premixt, premixing

to mix beforehand, as in advance of selling or using.

Other Word Forms

premixer

noun

Etymology

Origin of premix

First recorded in 1930–35; pre- + mix

Example Sentences

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Ingredients are coded and Lotus creates a premix at its Belgian factory to send to the U.S. and Thailand.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

Yes, the season is upon us, and the sweet smell of premix and two-strokes are back in the air.

From Time Magazine Archive

It is obvious, though, that he still has a soft spot for the old premix burners.

From Time Magazine Archive

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