midrange

American  

[mid-reynj] / ˈmɪdˌreɪndʒ /

adjective

Audio.

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

   a midrange frequency.

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noun

1. this portion of a range.

   this speaker operates best in the midrange.

Etymology

Origin of midrange

First recorded in 1945–50; mid- + range

Example Sentences

Luka Doncic pulled up in the midrange and grabbed his left leg before eventually walking off the court under his own power in a 139-96 loss to the Thunder.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Jenkins got revenge by hitting a midrange baseline jumper over Reaves to put the Pistons back in front with 25 seconds left.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

But Walmart had too much product in the lowest price range, while most shoppers bought in the midrange of quality and price, said a person familiar with the situation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 19, 2026

Then he nailed another midrange jumper 28 seconds later.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 3, 2026

Then there are some midrange players; some young ones, like Marv, Ritchie, and me; and some that can actually play well.

From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak