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premixing

premixing

4.2
A way of combining ingredients before the main cooking or baking step
  • noun
  • /ˈpriːˌmɪksɪŋ/
translation icon : premezcla
  • Before baking, the premixing of the flour and sugar helps to achieve a consistent texture.

Examples

  • "We use a premixing operation to bring the solids content up to a consistent 30 percent," says Ecker.

    Academic text (1998)

  • The chef emphasized the importance of premixing the dry ingredients to ensure a uniform batter.

  • This premixing modified the crab residual's moisture content, thereby reducing its putrescibility and potential for significant odor production.

    Academic text (1999)

  • For better flavor distribution, try premixing your spices with the marinade before applying it to the meat.

Synonyms

blend
vspremixing
98 2.3

A mix of different things, like colors or spices

is the mixture prepared in advance for use before a main step
mixture
vspremixing
58 1.2

An action that brings two or more things together

is the form prepared in advance for use before a main step
mixing
vspremixing
51 1.8

Putting different things together so they become one

is the act performed specifically before a main step
preparation
vspremixing
  • Specialized
28 4.1

A substance made for medical, cosmetic, or scientific use

is a mixture made in advance for use before a main step
blending
vspremixing
1 2.7

Mixing different things together until they form an even mixture

is combining done before a later process rather than focused on thoroughness
ready-mix
vspremixing
4.9

A packet of ingredients for bread or cakes that needs only a little extra

is the act of combining ingredients before a main step rather than a product
intermixture
vspremixing
7.0

Different things joined together to make one thing

is used for combinations made ahead of time for a following main step
commixture
vspremixing
9.7

Putting different things together to make one thing

is the same idea but specifically about combining before a main step

How Prepared

premixing
4.2
mixing
51 1.8

Surface Forms

premixing singular
premixings plural

Morphology

premixing = mixing (transparent) = pre + mix + ing

The prefix 'pre-' clearly adds the meaning 'before' to 'mixing', yielding 'mixing done beforehand'.

Etymology

Premixing comes from the prefix pre- meaning 'before', as in prepare, and the verb mix meaning 'to put things together', so premixing is making a mixture ahead of the main step to save time.