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midwinter

noun mid·win·ter \ˈmid-ˈwin-tər, -ˌwin-\

: the middle of winter

Full Definition of MIDWINTER

1
:  the winter solstice
2
:  the middle of winter
— midwinter adjective
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First Known Use of MIDWINTER

before 12th century

Rhymes with MIDWINTER

imprinter, line printer, reprinter
MIDWINTER Defined for Kids

midwinter

noun mid·win·ter \ˈmid-ˈwin-tər\

Definition of MIDWINTER for Kids

1
:  the middle of winter
2
:  the winter solstice

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2 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. midwinter
  2. Midwinter Day
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