midrange

[ mid-reynj ]

adjective

, Audio.

1. of, relating to, or occupying the middle audio frequencies:

   a midrange frequency.

noun

1. this portion of a range:

   this speaker operates best in the midrange.

Word History and Origins

Origin of midrange¹

First recorded in 1945–50; mid- + range

Example Sentences

After a double-teamed Jordan flicked a pass in his direction in the closing seconds of the decisive game, Kerr hit a title-winning midrange jumper.

From Slate

Bronny James, more of a long-term developmental project, showed the midrange and rim-attacking skills that can help offset a three-point shot that’s still under construction.

From Los Angeles Times

It started with Jewell Loyd lowering her shoulder and driving into Clark’s midsection, knocking her to the floor and creating space for a midrange jumper.

From Seattle Times

On the next possession, Ezi Magbegor emphatically blocked Aaliyah Edward’s layup attempt and at the other end Ogwumike drained a midrange jumper.

From Seattle Times

The 33-year-old Ogwumike is a midrange sniper and pick-n-roll maestro who averaged 19.1 points and shot 53.2% inside the arc last season.

From Seattle Times