multi-medium
|mul/ti/me/di/um|
B2
/ˌmʌltiˈmiːdiəm/
multiple forms of media
Etymology
Etymology Information
'multi-medium' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'medium,' where 'medium' meant 'middle' or 'intermediate.'
Historical Evolution
'medium' changed from the Latin word 'medium' and eventually became the modern English word 'medium.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'middle' or 'intermediate,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a means of communication or expression.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a medium that involves multiple forms of communication or expression, such as text, audio, and video.
The artist's work is a multi-medium installation combining sculpture, video, and sound.
Synonyms
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