midyear

noun

mid·​year ˈmid-ˌyir How to pronounce midyear (audio)
1
a
: an examination at the middle of an academic year
b
midyears plural : the set of examinations at the middle of an academic year
also : the period of such examinations
2
a
: the middle or middle portion of a calendar year
b
: the middle of an academic year
midyear adjective

Example Sentences

She expects to get a promotion at midyear.
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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of midyear was in the 15th century

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“Midyear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midyear. Accessed 2 Jun. 2023.

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midyear

noun
mid·​year ˈmid-ˌyi(ə)r How to pronounce midyear (audio)
1
: the middle of a calendar year or academic year
2
: a midyear examination
midyear adjective

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