What does "remix" mean?

1. (new version of a song) a new version of a song that has been changed, often by adding a faster beat or different sounds. 2. (to create a new version) to change a song or a piece of work to make a new version of it.

remix

n. · v.

UK //ɹɪmˈɪks// remix

1 new version of a song (n.)
B1 Intermediate Music

a new version of a song that has been changed, often by adding a faster beat or different sounds.

a musical track that has been altered from its original state by adding, removing, or rearranging audio elements.

Example

The DJ played a dance remix of a famous pop song from the nineties.

Example

The producer released a club remix of the lead single, featuring an extended bassline and a significantly higher tempo than the album version.
- original
2 to create a new version (v.)
B1 Intermediate

to change a song or a piece of work to make a new version of it.

to alter a recording or digital work by rearranging its components or adding new material.

Example

She decided to remix her old tracks to give them a more modern sound.

Example

The artist collaborated with several electronic musicians to remix the entire soundtrack for the film's international release.

Idioms1 entry

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work it out on the remix
To settle a dispute; to restore a strained relationship; to reconcile.