English dictionary
medium
/'m/i/d/i//@/m/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Having a middle position or degree; mean; intermediate; medial; as, a horse of <i>medium</i> size; a decoction of <i>medium</i> strength.
Source: webster1913
noun
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a means or instrumentality for storing or communicating information
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the surrounding environment
ExamplesFish require an aqueous medium.
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an intervening substance through which signals can travel as a means for communication
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(bacteriology) a nutrient substance (solid or liquid) that is used to cultivate micro-organisms
Synonyms culture mediumSource: WordNet 3.0
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a liquid with which pigment is mixed by a painter
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(biology) a substance in which specimens are preserved or displayed
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an intervening substance through which something is achieved
ExamplesThe dissolving medium is called a solvent.
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a state that is intermediate between extremes; a middle position
ExamplesA happy medium.
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someone who serves as an intermediary between the living and the dead
ExamplesHe consulted several mediums.
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(usually plural) transmissions that are disseminated widely to the public
Synonyms mass mediumSource: WordNet 3.0
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an occupation for which you are especially well suited
Synonyms metierSource: WordNet 3.0
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That which lies in the middle, or between other things; intervening body or quantity. Hence, specifically: <sd><i>(a)</i></sd> Middle place or degree; mean.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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around the middle of a scale of evaluation
ExamplesMedium bombers.
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(meat) cooked until there is just a little pink meat inside
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