mid-rise

adjective

ˈmid-ˌrīz How to pronounce mid-rise (audio)
-ˈrīz
: being approximately 5 to 10 stories high
mid-rise condominiums

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The sprockets are Lyndall components and the clutch and open belt drive are from Belt Drives Ltd.. MB Cycles A 4.5-inch headlight is mounted within a Fork Co. fairing along with 10-inch adjustable risers and mid-rise bars are up front. New Atlas, 27 Dec. 2024 Some prefer high-rise tights for a smoothing, secure fit, while others opt for mid-rise. L.a. Hubilla, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024 The Icon Jean reflects what the content creator deems quintessential: slim-straight and mid-rise. Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 13 Dec. 2024 This mid-rise thong is made mostly of premium sustainable Supima cotton—a material that’s known for its breathability and moisture-wicking (crucial for all-day wear). Malia Griggs, Glamour, 11 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for mid-rise 

Word History

First Known Use

1967, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of mid-rise was in 1967

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“Mid-rise.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mid-rise. Accessed 3 Jan. 2025.

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