mid-rise

adjective

ˈmid-ˌrīz How to pronounce mid-rise (audio)
-ˈrīz
: being approximately 5 to 10 stories high
mid-rise condominiums

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Droves of shoppers are also going after these mid-rise Skechers pants that are primed for workouts and lounge sessions, as well as these Gloria Vanderbilt straight-leg jeans that my petite mom has worn for more than 15 years. Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026 Lucky Brand’s 410 model has gone on sale — all the more reason to cosign its deep indigo wash, contrast stitching, mid-rise waist, and subtle slouch. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 22 June 2026 These overalls are made with wide legs, a mid-rise waist, and adjustable straps to get the right fit. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 20 June 2026 Designed with a classic ‘90s mid-rise and a loose, straight fit with the perfect amount of leg bagginess, these jeans will look amazing on everyone. Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for mid-rise

Word History

First Known Use

1967, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of mid-rise was in 1967

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“Mid-rise.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mid-rise. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.

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