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

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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
For your 9-to-5, try them with a button-up shirt and trousers, then pair them with a midi dress and cardigan or a cashmere crewneck, jeans, and trench coat on weekends for a welcome dose of juxtaposition. — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 2 Sep. 2026 Its signature penny loafers—popular since the 1930s—have a slim silhouette that styles well with tailored trousers and an oversized blazer, midi dresses, and even mom jeans. — Malia Griggs, Glamour, 1 Sep. 2026 Jennifer Aniston just wore a midi skirt that her Friends character would love. — Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 29 Aug. 2026 The sleeveless dress, designed by Carolina Herrera creative director Wes Gordon as part of the fashion house's pre-fall 2026 collection, featured a plunging halter neckline, fitted ruched bodice and full midi-length skirt. — Sameen Chaudhry, USA Today, 27 Aug. 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

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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 4 Sep. 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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