midi

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noun (1)

ˈmi-dē How to pronounce midi (audio)
plural midis
: a dress, skirt, or coat that usually extends to the mid-calf
… a hot pink dress is the ultimate style statement. From flattering midis to glam evening numbers, I've found the best pieces to shop now.—Hollie Brotherton
—often used before another noun
a midi skirt/dress
a midi hemline

MIDI

2 of 2

noun (2)

ˈmi-dē How to pronounce MIDI (audio)
: an electronic standard used for the transmission of digitally encoded music

Examples of midi in a Sentence

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Noun
This midi dress feels bold and playful without being over the top. — Mia McManus, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026 The Parisian girls are wearing luxe silk dresses, knee-length and midi skirts, and, of course, capri pants. — Emma Greene, InStyle, 26 June 2026
Noun
Plus, the midi length looks great with fall staples like leather or bomber jackets and boots or court sneakers of any kind. — Kayla Becker, Travel + Leisure, 26 Aug. 2025 This white satin midi skirt was practically made for fall layering. — Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 21 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for midi

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

mid entry 1 + -i (as in mini)

Noun (2)

musical instrument digital interface

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1967, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

1983, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of midi was in 1967

Rhymes for midi

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“Midi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midi. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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Geographical Definition

Midi

geographical name

Mi·​di mē-ˈdē How to pronounce Midi (audio)
the south of France bordering Spain to the south and Italy to the east

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