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Intermingled

/ˌɪn.tərˈmɪŋ.ɡəld/
adjectiveCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    Mixed together in a way that is not easily separable.

    "The intermingled colors of the sunset created a breathtaking view."
  2. 2

    Having elements that are combined or blended together.

    "The intermingled stories of the characters added depth to the novel."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'intermingled' originates from the prefix 'inter-', meaning 'between' or 'among', combined with the past participle of 'mingled', which comes from the Old English 'myngian', meaning 'to mix'. The term has evolved to describe the state of being mixed together in a way that is not easily separable.

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