Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
middies
Noun
ˈmɪdiz
Definition
Middies are often understood as short for ‘middlemen’ or can refer to a style in clothing, particularly short-sleeved shirts that reach the middle of the arm.
Examples
- He wore a pair of middies while playing football to stay cool.
- The conference featured several speakers who acted as middies in industry negotiations.
Meaning
The term ‘middies’ can be used in different contexts, often relating to those in intermediate positions or roles, whether in business or fashion.
Synonyms
- mediators
- intermediaries
- middlemen
- intercessors
