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midsummer

noun mid·sum·mer \-ˈsə-mər, -ˌsəm-\

: the middle of summer

Full Definition of MIDSUMMER

1
:  the middle of summer
2
:  the summer solstice
— midsummer adjective
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First Known Use of MIDSUMMER

before 12th century

Rhymes with MIDSUMMER

latecomer, incomer, newcomer
MIDSUMMER Defined for Kids

midsummer

noun mid·sum·mer \ˈmid-ˈsə-mər\

Definition of MIDSUMMER for Kids

1
:  the middle of summer
2
:  the summer solstice

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4 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. midsummer
  2. Midsummer Day
  3. Midsummer Eve
  4. midsummer madness
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