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amidmost

|a-mid-most|

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/əˈmɪdˌmoʊst/

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/əˈmɪdˌməʊst/

center

Etymology
Etymology Information

'amidmost' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'amiddest,' where 'amid' meant 'in the middle of' and 'most' meant 'the greatest or highest degree.'

Historical Evolution

'amiddest' transformed into the modern English word 'amidmost' through gradual linguistic evolution.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'in the middle of,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

in the very middle or center of something.

The statue stood amidmost the square, drawing everyone's attention.

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Last updated: 2025/07/14 12:21