midinterval (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌmɪdɪnˈtɜːrvəl/
Definition
A point that divides an interval into two equal parts, especially in music or sports.
Examples
The midinterval of the concert was marked by a dramatic change in tempo.
The team's performance improved significantly after the midinterval break.
The midinterval point in the marathon is where runners often experience a surge in energy.
How to Use midinterval
- at the midinterval (prepositional phrase)
- during the middle of a period — "The team made a crucial decision at the midinterval of the game."
- midinterval break (noun phrase)
- a pause in the middle of an event — "The midinterval break gave the players a chance to rest."
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