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Definition of midland

midland

/ˈmɪd.lənd/
mid · land
Plural:midlands
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• noun

1

The central or interior part of a country or region, located away from the coast or borders.

Example

"As the settlers moved westward from the coast, they established thriving agricultural communities in the fertile midland."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'midland' serves as a general term for the interior of any country, its capitalized plural form 'the Midlands' specifically and overwhelmingly refers to the central counties of England.

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English 'midlond', formed by combining Old English 'middel' (middle) and 'land' (territory, ground).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Midland. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/midland
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