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middling

Middling (adj) means of intermediate or average size, position, or quality; mediocre.

adj
1
Of intermediate or average size, position, or quality; mediocre.
2
In fairly good health.
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Etymology

The noun is probably from middle (noun) + -ing; the adjective is most likely derived from the noun, and the adverb from the adjective.

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What is the meaning of middling?

"middling" (adj) means of intermediate or average size, position, or quality; mediocre.

What are the different meanings of middling?

"middling" has 2 main meanings: 1. Of intermediate or average size, position, or quality; mediocre; 2. In fairly good health.

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