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
My summer dresses will sadly be retired in the coming weeks, but a denim midi skirt is the ideal swap on days when I can’t be bothered to wear jeans. — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 4 Aug. 2026 Recreate Nicole Kidman’s polished officewear look with a dressy blouse and this black pleated midi skirt. — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 2 Aug. 2026 Neither my mom nor I can resist a great midi skirt, especially one that’s as versatile as this linen-blend style. — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2026 Stewart’s Nike shoes worn in Cannes accompanied a spring 2026 couture Chanel look by Matthieu Blazy featuring a matching sheer top and midi skirt — the actress is a longtime ambassador for the French luxury brand. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 30 July 2026 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

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“Midi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midi. Accessed 5 Aug. 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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