premix

American  

[pree-miks] / priˈmɪks /

noun

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

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

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adjective

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

   premix concrete.

verb (used with object)

premixed, premixt, premixing

1. 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

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