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media

/ˈmiːdɪə/ /ˈmiːdi.ə/

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The middle layer of the wall of a blood vessel or lymph vessel which is composed of connective and muscular tissue.

Examples :

"The doctor explained that the patient's weak media layer in the artery was contributing to the high blood pressure. "

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A voiced stop consonant.

Examples :

"The teacher emphasized the "p" media in the word "popcorn." "

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One of the major veins of the insect wing, between the radius and the cubitus

Examples :

"The insect's wing displayed a strong, dark media vein. "

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An ant specialized as a forager in a leaf-cutter ant colony.

Examples :

"The media, responsible for finding food, worked tirelessly to keep the colony fed. "

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Means and institutions for publishing and broadcasting information.

Examples :

"As a result of the rise of, first, television news and entertainment media and, second, web-based media, traditional print-based media has declined in popularity."

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(usually with a definite article; often used as uncountable) The journalists and other professionals who comprise the mass communication industry.

Examples :

"Some celebrities dislike press conferences, where the media bombards them with questions."

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(plural media or mediums) The chemistry of the surrounding environment, e.g. solid, liquid, gas, vacuum, or a specific substance such as a solvent.

Examples :

"The scientist studied how different media affected the growth of the plant cells in the lab. "

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(plural media or mediums) The materials or empty space through which signals, waves or forces pass.

Examples :

"The radio waves are a form of media that carry sound signals to our homes. "

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(plural media or mediums) A format for communicating or presenting information.

Examples :

"The school uses various media, such as videos and online articles, to teach students about history. "

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(plural media or mediums) The materials used to finish a workpiece using a mass finishing or abrasive blasting process.

Examples :

"The metalworker used various media to smooth the surface of the sculpture. "

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(plural media or mediums) A nutrient solution for the growth of cells in vitro.

Examples :

"The lab technician carefully prepared the media for the new cell cultures. "

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(plural media or mediums) The means, channel, or agency by which an aim is achieved.

Examples :

"The school used various media to communicate important announcements to students, including posters, emails, and the school website. "

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(plural mediums or media) A liquid base which carries pigment in paint.

Examples :

"The artist mixed the media to create a vibrant blue paint. "

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(plural mediums or media) A tool used for painting or drawing.

Examples :

"Acrylics, oils, charcoal, and gouache are all mediums I used in my painting."

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(plural mediums) Someone who supposedly conveys information from the spirit world.

Examples :

"The grieving mother believed the media was communicating messages from her deceased son. "

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(plural mediums) Anything having a measurement intermediate between extremes, such as a garment or container.

Examples :

"The media for the school picnic, including large containers and colorful tablecloths, helped organize the food and drinks. "

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(plural mediums) A person whom garments or apparel of intermediate size fit.

Examples :

"The media at the clothing store had a wide range of sizes, so many children could find clothes that fit them well. "

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(plural mediums) A half-pint serving of Guinness (or other stout in some regions).

Examples :

"At the pub, I ordered a media of Guinness. "

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A middle place or degree.

Examples :

"a happy medium"

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An average; sometimes the mathematical mean.

Examples :

"The media of the students' test scores was 85. "

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The mean or middle term of a syllogism, that by which the extremes are brought into connection.

Examples :

"In the argument about whether to have a family picnic, the "media" was the shared desire for outdoor fun. "

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