midsummer
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Noun — The period around the summer solstice, roughly late June in the northern hemisphere.
How to use midsummer
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English midsumor, "mid-" + "summer" — the middle point of summer.
Full origin of midsummer →Frequently asked questions
What does “midsummer” mean?
The word “midsummer” means the period around the summer solstice, roughly late June in the northern hemisphere. In plain terms, the middle of summer, especially the solstice around June 21st, and festivals celebrating it.
How do you pronounce “midsummer”?
“Midsummer” is pronounced mihd-SUH-muh (/mɪdˈsʌmə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “midsummer” in a sentence?
Here is “midsummer” used in a sentence: “Midsummer brings the longest days of the year.”
What is another word for “midsummer”?
Words with a similar meaning to “midsummer” include northern solstice, St. John's Day and summer solstice.
What part of speech is “midsummer”?
Depending on how it is used, “midsummer” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “midsummer” come from?
The word “midsummer” comes from Old English. From Old English midsumor, "mid-" + "summer" — the middle point of summer.
How many meanings does “midsummer” have?
“Midsummer” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the period around the summer solstice, roughly late June in the northern hemisphere.