midstream

noun

mid·​stream ˈmid-ˈstrēm How to pronounce midstream (audio)
-ˌstrēm
1
: the middle of a stream
2
: an intermediate stage in an act or process
the tone changes in midstream

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At that key juncture, Scheffler fixed himself, midstream. Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 19 May 2025 Critical research trials have already been canceled midstream. Karen Weintraub, USA Today, 9 May 2025 In April, some corners of the energy sector managed to stave off the worst of the declines: midstream and downstream companies – better known as pipelines and refiners. Darla Mercado, Cfp®, CNBC, 8 May 2025 Energy midstream has been a hot sector for several years, driving up share prices and driving down current yields. Moneyshow, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for midstream

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of midstream was before the 12th century

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“Midstream.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midstream. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

midstream

noun
mid·​stream ˈmid-ˈstrēm How to pronounce midstream (audio)
: the middle of a stream

Medical Definition

midstream

adjective
mid·​stream ˌmid-ˈstrēm How to pronounce midstream (audio)
: of, relating to, or being urine passed during the middle of an act of urination and not at the beginning or end
a midstream specimen

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