midair

American  

[mid-air] / mɪdˈɛər /

noun

1. any point in the air not contiguous with the earth or other solid surface.

   to catch a ball in midair.

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midair British  

/ ˌmɪdˈɛə /

noun

1. 1. some point above ground level, in the air

   2. ( as modifier )

      a midair collision of aircraft

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midair Idioms  

1. see under leave hanging.

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Etymology

Origin of midair

First recorded in 1660–70; mid- + air ¹

Example Sentences

US officials told CBS News, the BBC's US partner, the incident may have involved a midair collision, but added that they were still investigating.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

KC-135s are some of the oldest model tankers in use by the military and are used to refuel other aircrafts midair.

From Salon • Mar. 13, 2026

The federal review comes after a series of high-profile midair crashes and close calls reignited a nationwide debate over air safety.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026

He caught the joy, triumph and relief in her face as she appeared to be suspended in midair during her short program, although she had clearly landed.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026

We're here, I think as the ship glides to a slow stop in midair.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston