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Definition of midriff

midriff

/ˈmɪd.rɪf/
mid · riff
Plural:midriffs
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• noun

1

The region of the human front torso situated between the chest and the waist.

Example

"She wore a cropped shirt that exposed her midriff to the summer sun."

2

An article of clothing, or the specific portion of a garment, designed to cover or reveal the middle of the body.

Example

"The fashion designer featured brightly colored midriffs and high-waisted trousers in the new spring collection."

3

The muscle that separates the chest cavity from the abdomen; the diaphragm.

Example

"Proper vocal projection requires taking a deep breath that engages the midriff."

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• Nearby Words

midnight
midpoint
midrange
midriff
midroll
midseason
midsection

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'midhrif', formed from 'midd' (middle) and 'hrif' (belly or womb).

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

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Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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