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Meaning of "midge" in the English dictionary

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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD MIDGE

Old English mycge; compare Old High German mucca, Danish myg.
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Etymology is the study of the origin of words and their changes in structure and significance.
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PRONUNCIATION OF MIDGE

midge  [mɪdʒ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF MIDGE

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Midge is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES MIDGE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

midge

Midge

Midges as a group include many kinds of small flies; found on practically every land area outside permanently arid deserts and the frigid zones. The term "midge" does not define any particular taxonomic group, but includes species in several families of Nematoceran Diptera. Some midges, such as many Phlebotominae and Simuliidae, are vectors of various diseases. Many others play useful roles as prey items for insectivores, such as various frogs and swallows. Others are important as detritivores, participating in various nutrient cycles. The habits of midges vary greatly from species to species, though within any particular family midges commonly have similar ecological roles. Examples of families that include species of midges include: ▪ Blephariceridae, net-winged midges ▪ Cecidomyiidae, gall midges ▪ Ceratopogonidae, biting midges ▪ Chaoboridae, phantom midges ▪ Chironomidae, non-biting midges ▪ Deuterophlebiidae, mountain midges ▪ Dixidae, meniscus midges ▪ Scatopsidae, dung midges ▪ Thaumaleidae, solitary midges...

Definition of midge in the English dictionary

The first definition of midge in the dictionary is any fragile mosquito-like dipterous insect of the family Chironomidae, occurring in dancing swarms, esp near water. Other definition of midge is any similar or related insect, such as the biting midge and gall midge. Midge is also a small or diminutive person or animal.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH MIDGE


advantage
ədˈvɑːntɪdʒ
age
eɪdʒ
average
ˈævərɪdʒ
bridge
brɪdʒ
college
ˈkɒlɪdʒ
coverage
ˈkʌvərɪdʒ
damage
ˈdæmɪdʒ
heritage
ˈhɛrɪtɪdʒ
image
ˈɪmɪdʒ
knowledge
ˈnɒlɪdʒ
language
ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ
manage
ˈmænɪdʒ
marriage
ˈmærɪdʒ
message
ˈmɛsɪdʒ
mortgage
ˈmɔːɡɪdʒ
package
ˈpækɪdʒ
page
peɪdʒ
reportage
rɪˈpɔːtɪdʒ
stage
steɪdʒ
storage
ˈstɔːrɪdʒ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE MIDGE

middlingly
middlings
middorsal
Middx
middy
middy blouse
Mideast
midfield
midfielder
Midgard
Midgarth
midget
midgie
midgut
midgy
Midheaven
midi
midi system

WORDS THAT END LIKE MIDGE

Bainbridge
Cambridge
cartridge
Coolidge
fridge
Golden Gate Bridge
Lethbridge
London Bridge
nuke the fridge
partridge
porridge
Redbridge
ridge
Stamford Bridge
Stourbridge
suspension bridge
Tonbridge
Trowbridge
Uxbridge
water under the bridge

Synonyms and antonyms of midge in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «midge» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF MIDGE

Find out the translation of midge to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of midge from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «midge» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

蠓虫
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

mosquito
570 millions of speakers

English

midge
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

मिड्ज
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

بَرْغَشَة
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

мошка
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

mosquito
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

অনুরূপ পতঙ্গ
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

moucheron
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Midge
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

kleine Mücke
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

小虫
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

작은 날벌레
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Midge
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

muỗi vằn
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

வகை கொசுவின் பூச்சி
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

मिंज
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

tatarcık
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

moscerino
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

komar
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

комар
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

musculiță
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

σκνίπα
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

Midge
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

mygga
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

knott
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of midge

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «MIDGE»

The term «midge» is quite widely used and occupies the 48.587 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «MIDGE» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «midge» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «midge» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about midge

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «MIDGE»

Discover the use of midge in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to midge and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Midge Magic
No one is as adept at fishing midges as Ed Koch, who literally wrote the book on the subject.
Don Holbrook, Ed Koch, 2001
2
Midge Ure - If I Was...: The Autobiography
In this fully updated edition, Midge Ure candidly gives his side of the story of Band Aid, Live Aid and Live 8 and talks honestly about his rise to fame and his collaborations with some of the greatest figures in music.
Midge Ure, 2011
3
Fishing the Midge
This classic gives the best treatment on midges-small flies and light tackle-as well as advice on tools and techniques, tackle selection, and fishing tactics.
Ed Koch, 2001
4
Pulpy and Midge
And then DanÕs oversexed wife, Beatrice, takes a shine to Pulpy, and Dan starts to think Midge is one hot tamale. Soon, the receptionist is smitten with Pulpy, Midge canÕt get rid of Dan and Beatrice, and PulpyÕs job is in jeopardy.
Jessica Westhead, 2013
5
Madeleine, Maddy and Midge: Positive Thinking for Children
Sarah Hebe, art psychotherapist All children deserve to feel good about themselves, and this book helps them feel just that. The story appeals to children of all ages and will become a much-thumbed favourite.
Cathy Domoney, 2012
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Midge
MIDGE is an autobiographic account of the life of author Marjorie Abell, chronicling her birth and early childhood, to her schooldays and the carefree adventures of youth she partook in with her siblings and friends.
Marjorie Abell, 2014
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The Cruise of the Midge
Michael Scott. but by no means suddenly, although the stump of the mizen-mast flew up into the sky like a javelin launched from the hands of a giant, and clouds of white smoke burst from the hull, in the midst of which a sudden spout of red ...
Michael Scott, 1894
8
Midge and Fred
When the sinister Mr. Blueberry comes to town and kidnaps Fred the balancing goldfish, Midge Biffle comes to the rescue.
Brian Schatell, 1983
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Agricultural Insect Pests of Temperate Regions and Their Control
Most species are phytophagous and virtually every species of flowering plant is attacked by at least one species of gall midge. Many midge species are damaging to cultivated plants, and these are reviewed in the eight-volume monograph by ...
Dennis S. Hill, 1987
10
Divided Sisters: Bridging the Gap Between Black Women and ...
Describes what white women and women of color have in common, and examines interracial relationships
Midge Wilson, Kathy Russell, 1996

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «MIDGE»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term midge is used in the context of the following news items.
1
'Midget' defenders need to grow up
It was an odd choice — the word derives from "midge," a term for very small flies, and doesn't conjure images of strength and dominance — but ... «Chicago Tribune, Jul 15»
2
Need to clear those weeds? Amherst's Goat Girls can get the job done
... Saanens and a Nigerian Dwarf goat – by name, among them Bernadette, Munchkin, Amethyst, Atlas, Midge, Midnight and Wilbur. They range ... «MassLive.com, Jul 15»
3
Southeast crops, especially canola, maturing as expected
Insects and wheat midge have created a problem in some regions, but not particularly in the southeast. Sclerotinia is one disease canola ... «Estevan Mercury, Jul 15»
4
Solar panel spokesperson to present at resource meeting Tuesday
For more information, visit www.vvcsc.org or contact Midge Nicosia at 760-243-9646. By Staff Report. VVdailypress.com. By Staff Report. «Victorville Daily Press, Jul 15»
5
Gardening in Almonte: A busy time in the garden!
Many of our cabbage family plants such as cauliflower, kale and Brussels sprouts have been attacked by the Swede midge adding this woe to ... «Millstone News, Jul 15»
6
Sorghum midge uptick prompts scouting courses
Early plantings have been affected more than usual by the sorghum midge, an insect that feeds on plants while they are in bloom. (Submitted ... «Mississippi State University, Jul 15»
7
Beneficial insects can reduce the economic threat if wheat midge
Wheat midge, a non-native pest that feeds on developing wheat kernels, is a serious economic threat to farmers, especially in Manitoba and ... «Country Guide, Jul 15»
8
Pets that need homes
Midge is a female orange and white tabby baby, around 6 months old. She is ready to catch those early rays of sunshine coming in your ... «Dothan Eagle, Jul 15»
9
Midge Ure concert in Dubai
Doors at Midge's gig will be flying open at 7pm that Thursday meaning fans will have to make their way to the venue straight from the office to ... «TimeOutDubai.com, Jul 15»
10
East Devon band enhances its reputation with successful album
From a Devonshire barn to primetime Radio 2 and stages across Europe with Midge Ure, the two guys from India Electric Co are being touted ... «Midweek Herald, Jul 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Midge [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/midge>. Apr 2024 ».
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