## What does it mean?
"Mid" is a slang term used to describe something that is average or mediocre.
## Etymology (where it comes from)
The word "mid" comes from Old English *mid*, meaning "with" or "in the middle."
## Historical origin
It originated in England, around the early medieval period. The term has evolved in modern usage to describe quality.
## Earliest records
The earliest uses can be found in Old English texts and later in various forms of literature.
## Variants and usage by country
- **Mid** (general use)
- **Mediocre** (formal)
- **Average** (formal)
- **So-so** (informal)
## Related words
- **Medium** (English)
- **Moyen** (French)
- **Medio** (Spanish)
- **Mittel** (German)