midden Definition
- 1a dunghill or refuse heap
- 2an archaeological refuse heap
Using midden: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "midden" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The midden behind the house was full of old cans and bottles.
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The archaeologists found many artifacts in the ancient midden.
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The midden was a source of food for the scavenging animals.
midden Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for midden
- dump
- rubbish heap
- garbage pile
Phrases with midden
Example
The kitchen midden contained many bones from animals that were eaten by the inhabitants.
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The shell midden was evidence of the ancient people's diet and way of life.
the accumulation of human-made objects and debris over time, which can provide insights into past cultures and societies
Example
Archaeologists study the middens of history to learn about how people lived in the past.
Origins of midden
from Middle Dutch 'midt', meaning 'middle'
Summary: midden in Brief
'Midden' [ˈmɪd(ə)n] refers to a heap of refuse or garbage, including archaeological refuse heaps. Examples include 'The midden behind the house was full of old cans and bottles,' and 'The archaeologists found many artifacts in the ancient midden.' Phrases like 'kitchen midden' and 'shell midden' denote specific types of middens, while 'middens of history' refers to the accumulation of human-made objects and debris over time, which can provide insights into past cultures and societies.
