midlight en · NOUN
Etymology
From mid + light. Formed by analogy with lowlight and highlight.
Meanings
- (uncommon) A moment or aspect neither favorable or unfavorable; a neutral happening or incident.
- (qualifier:painting) An area or a spot in a drawing, painting, or photograph that is somewhat illuminated.
- In hairstyling, a highlight in a slightly darker color rather than a lighter one.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| midlights | Number=Plur | lexicographic |