medium
UK: ˈmiːdiəm | US: ˈmiːdiəm
n. an intermediate state or condition
n. a means or channel of communication
n. a substance through which something is transmitted
adj. midway between extremes; average
medium = medi<middle> + um<noun suffix>
- medi (from Latin medius, meaning "middle")
- um (a Latin noun suffix often used to form neuter nouns)
Etymology Origin:
The word "medium" originates from Latin medius ("middle"), reflecting its core idea of being an intermediate or midpoint. Over time, it evolved to describe anything serving as a middle ground, whether in size, communication, or transmission (e.g., a "medium" as a channel for spirits or a "medium" in art). The suffix -um solidifies it as a noun, emphasizing its role as a tangible or conceptual intermediary.
Air is the medium through which sound travels.
She works as a medium, communicating with spirits.
The artist chose oil paint as his preferred medium.
He prefers a medium roast for his coffee.
Television is a powerful medium for advertising.