midland
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for midland, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The interior part of a country or region, away from its coasts or borders.
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Rare, literary or technical
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Antonyms
How to use midland
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
the Midlands
midland accent
midland counties
Etymology
From Middle English mydlonde, simply "mid" + "land" — the land in the middle.
Full origin of midland →Frequently asked questions
What does “midland” mean?
The word “midland” means the interior part of a country or region, away from its coasts or borders. In plain terms, the middle, inland part of a country, as opposed to its coast or its capital region.
How do you pronounce “midland”?
“Midland” is pronounced MIHD-luhnd (/ˈmɪdlənd/ in IPA).
How do you use “midland” in a sentence?
Here is “midland” used in a sentence: “The midland farms rely on rain rather than sea trade.”
What part of speech is “midland”?
Depending on how it is used, “midland” can be a noun, an adjective and a name.
Where does the word “midland” come from?
The word “midland” comes from Middle English. From Middle English mydlonde, simply "mid" + "land" — the land in the middle.
Is “midland” a common word?
“Midland” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “midland” have?
“Midland” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the interior part of a country or region, away from its coasts or borders.
