midi

1 of 2

noun (1)

ˈmi-dē 

: a dress, skirt, or coat that usually extends to the mid-calf

MIDI

2 of 2

noun (2)

ˈmi-dē 

: an electronic standard used for the transmission of digitally encoded music

Examples of midi in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The thin straps were obviously breathable both on their own and under a fall-proof jacket, while the midi length works for now but also increases its longevity. —Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 9 Aug. 2024

The silk midi dress, featuring a thigh-high slit, is a masterclass in power clashing, with a large black-and-white polka dot pattern over a pink and yellow rose motif. —Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 1 Aug. 2024

Related Articles Along with the midi dress, Queen Letizia added a pair of low sandals in a smooth, braided gold design courtesy of Sezane. —Julia Teti, WWD, 30 July 2024

Have your Pretty Woman moment this season in a brown polka dot midi dress fit for a polo match, or consider a blue polka dot mini dress for a date night or a black polka dot maxi dress for a summer wedding. —Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 30 July 2024

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

Geographical Definition

Midi

geographical name

Mi·​di mē-ˈdē 

the south of France bordering Spain to the south and Italy to the east