midrange

American  

[mid-reynj] / ˈmɪdˌreɪndʒ /

adjective

Audio.

1. of, relating to, or occupying the middle audio frequencies.

   a midrange frequency.

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noun

1. this portion of a range.

   this speaker operates best in the midrange.

Etymology

Origin of midrange

First recorded in 1945–50; mid- + range

Example Sentences

With prices increasing worldwide, Apple is “well positioned to capture switchers” when legacy or entry-level iPhones fall into this midrange price band through promotions or subsidies, Merchant wrote.

From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026

Meanwhile, Ukraine has improved its countermeasures against Russian midrange drones, building out a layered system of radar, electronic jamming and interceptor teams.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Luka Doncic pulled up in the midrange and grabbed his left leg before eventually walking off the court under his own power in a 139-96 loss to the Thunder.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Jenkins got revenge by hitting a midrange baseline jumper over Reaves to put the Pistons back in front with 25 seconds left.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

I took the ball out of his hands, wanting to practice my midrange jump shot instead of listening to a lecture about my future prospects.

From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore