midlands

n. the central part of England, including cities like Birmingham and Nottingham.

n. A culturally and geographically distinct area of central England, administratively divided into the West Midlands and East Midlands.

“Many people who live in the Midlands commute to London for work.”

“The industrial heritage of the Midlands played a crucial role in the development of the British economy during the nineteenth century.”

British English

n. the areas in the middle of a country, away from the coast or borders.

n. The interior or central regions of a country or territory, often used in plural form.

“The midlands of the country are mostly used for farming and agriculture.”

“The survey focused on the economic disparities between the coastal cities and the rural midlands.”