1. (v. t.) To mingle and blend, so that different elements can not be distinguished; to confuse.

2. (v. t.) To mistake for another; to identify falsely.

3. (v. t.) To throw into confusion or disorder; to perplex; to strike with amazement; to dismay.

4. (v. t.) To destroy; to ruin; to waste.

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