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Definition of medium

medium

/ˈmiː.di.əm/
me · di · um
Plural:media
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• noun

1

An agency or means of doing something, particularly a channel of mass communication or an artist's chosen material.

Example

"The sculptor decided that bronze was the perfect medium for her new installation."

2

The intervening substance or environment through which sensory impressions are conveyed or physical forces are transmitted.

Example

"Sound waves require a physical medium, such as air or water, to travel."

3

A person claiming to be able to communicate with the spirits of deceased people.

Example

"They consulted a medium in hopes of receiving a message from their late grandmother."

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Word Nuance & Usage

The plural form varies by context: 'media' is used for channels of mass communication, while 'mediums' is used for psychics or artist materials.

• Rhymes for medium

• Nearby Words

meditatively
meditator
mediterranean
medium
medjerda
medlar
medley

Word Origin & Etymology

From Latin 'medium' (the middle, center), neuter form of the adjective 'medius' (middle).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Medium. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/medium
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