midi

1 of 2

noun (1)

ˈmi-dē 

plural midis

: a dress, skirt, or coat that usually extends to the mid-calf

… a hot pink dress is the ultimate style statement. From flattering midis to glam evening numbers, I've found the best pieces to shop now.

—Hollie Brotherton

—often used before another noun

a midi skirt/dress

a midi hemline

MIDI

2 of 2

noun (2)

ˈmi-dē 

: an electronic standard used for the transmission of digitally encoded music

Examples of midi in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The asymmetrical midi hit above the ankle, leaving her feet completely exposed to the cameras. — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 21 Aug. 2026

The actress stepped out wearing a midi-length trench coat over a sleeveless black dress, offering a masterclass in effortless between-seasons styling. — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026

This breezy midi dress offers that silhouette while still keeping you cool during warm-weather sightseeing. — Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026

Plus, the midi length will look chic with sandals or wedges now, as well as flats or kitten heels later in the fall. — Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

mid entry 1 + -i (as in mini)

Noun (2)

musical instrument digital interface

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1967, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

1983, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for midi

• beady
• greedy
• guidi
• needy
• reedy
• seedy
• speedy
• tweedy
• weedy
• unready

Geographical Definition

Midi

geographical name

Mi·​di mē-ˈdē 

the south of France bordering Spain to the south and Italy to the east