mid-rise

adjective

ˈmid-ˌrīz 

-ˈrīz

: being approximately 5 to 10 stories high

mid-rise condominiums

Examples of mid-rise in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This classy pair of satin pants from Yewanka has a loose fit with a mid-rise waistband and hems that hit right below the ankle on most people. — Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 1 Nov. 2026

Instead, choose something with a low- or mid-rise in a baggier silhouette that’s comfortable enough to curl up in. — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2026

Low-rise and mid-rise jeans are meant to accentuate the torso, whereas high-rise jeans work to elongate the legs. — Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 29 Oct. 2026

The wide leg and mid-rise waist create a flattering silhouette, and the slightly stretchy fabric moves with your body without losing its shape. — Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1967, in the meaning defined above