midstream

noun

mid·​stream ˈmid-ˈstrēm 

-ˌstrēm

1

: the middle of a stream

2

: an intermediate stage in an act or process

the tone changes in midstream

Examples of midstream in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The evolving ecosystem offers distinct opportunities across upstream, midstream and downstream sectors—each providing unique avenues for investors. —Reema Khan, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025

The Colorado Air Quality Control Commission adopted the midstream rule in December, with an effective date of Feb. 15. —Sharon Udasin, The Hill, 14 Apr. 2025

To change the rules midstream is wrong and undermines the House. —Lauren Peller, ABC News, 1 Apr. 2025

The company continues to focus on expanding its fuel distribution and midstream operations through strategic acquisitions and joint ventures. —Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing midstream

• change horses in midstream
• in midstream

Rhymes for midstream

• abeam
• airstream
• bloodstream
• daydream
• downstream
• esteem
• extreme
• grapheme
• hakim
• hornbeam
• lexeme
• mainstream

Kids Definition

midstream

noun

mid·​stream ˈmid-ˈstrēm 

: the middle of a stream

Medical Definition

midstream

adjective

mid·​stream ˌmid-ˈstrēm 

: of, relating to, or being urine passed during the middle of an act of urination and not at the beginning or end

a midstream specimen