First Known Use: 1548
Dictionary
Midas
noun Mi·das \ˈmī-dəs\
Definition of MIDAS
: a legendary Phrygian king who is given the power of turning everything he touches to gold
ADVERTISEMENT
Origin of MIDAS
Latin, from Greek
Learn More About MIDAS
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: Midas touchPrevious Word in the Dictionary: midairAll Words Near: Midas
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up Midas? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).