General
midden
What does midden mean?
A dunghill or rubbish tip; figuratively, any filthy or chaotic mess. 'Yer room's a midden'.
"This kitchen's an absolute midden."
Origin
Scots, from Old Norse 'myki-dyngja' (muck heap).
Frequently asked questions
What does 'midden' mean?
Literally a dunghill or rubbish tip, but it's mostly used figuratively for any filthy or chaotic mess, like an untidy room.
How do you use 'midden'?
You'd say 'your room's a midden' to tell someone their space is a total mess.
Where does 'midden' come from?
From the Old Norse 'myki-dyngja', meaning muck heap. Archaeologists also use 'midden' for ancient refuse heaps.
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