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mid-Victorian Definition

mid·-Victorian (mid′vik tôrē ən)

adjective

  1. of, like, or characteristic of the middle part of Queen Victoria's reign in Great Britain (c. 1850-90) or the culture, morals, or art of this period
  2. old-fashioned, prudish, morally strict, stuffy, etc.

noun

  1. a person who lived during this period
  2. a person of mid-Victorian ideas, manners, attitudes, etc.
mid-Victorian Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • era: It was part of the 18th century building that stood on this site before the Lodge was remodeled and extended in the mid-Victorian era.
  • period: The system received widespread criticism during the mid-Victorian period.
  • time: However, in mid-Victorian times the call for more power meant longer boilers.
  • house: Basic Principles In mid-Victorian houses, avoid bright white paint; instead use off-whites or pale creams.
  • world: And in this mid-Victorian world she meets many strange characters, who help or hinder her struggles.
  • church: It is an interesting mid-Victorian church based on the 14th century decorated style.

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