Midsummer
/ˈmɪdˌsʌmər/noun
The middle of summer, typically referring to the summer solstice or the period around it.
Did you know?Midsummer was once believed to be a time when the veil between the worlds was thinnest, allowing for magical happenings and the gathering of fairies.
Etymological Timeline
Old English
Old English
midsumer
“The middle of summer, marking the season's peak.”
Proto-Germanic
Proto-Germanic
midisumraz
“Middle summer, signifying the height of the season.”
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
medhyo
“Middle or center, representing the concept of balance in time.”
14th Century
Middle English
mid-somer
“Referring specifically to the time around the summer solstice.”
Modern English
English
Midsummer
“The established modern term for the height of summer, often celebrated with festivals.”