midland
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4.8
- adjective
- /ˈmɪd.lənd/
- She grew up in a quiet midland village far from the coast.
Examples
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The midland region is known for its rolling hills.
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The midland towns are famous for their traditional markets.
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Many people in the midland counties work in agriculture.
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Many farms are located in the midland areas of the country.
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The midland region is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich agriculture.
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She lives in a midland town that is surrounded by scenic countryside.
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Many festivals are held in the midland area during the summer months.
Synonyms
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4.0
In the land away from the coast
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6.8
From the inland part of a country away from the coast and main cities
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7.1
Relating to the Midlands region and the people who live there
Compounds
- Archaic
A form of Middle English from the East Midlands that later forms the basis of Modern English
How Central
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The adjective midland also comes from mid- ('middle') and land ('country'), so it describes something or someone from the middle part of a region rather than from the coast or edge.