# MOR

/ˈmɔɹ/ (US) · CEFR C2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/mor
Updated: 2026-05-10

## Definition

Stands for middle-of-the-road. Describing music or radio shows that are pleasant and easy to listen to, but not very exciting. It is often used for music that appeals to a wide, older audience.

For teachers: Abbreviation for middle-of-the-road. Relating to a style of radio programming or popular music that avoids extremes of volume or tempo to appeal to a broad demographic. Typically used attributively.

## Examples

- The station plays MOR pop songs all day.
- The dentist's office always has some MOR radio station playing in the background to keep patients calm.
- While critics dismissed the album as bland MOR filler, it achieved massive commercial success by targeting the safe, melodic preferences of the suburban adult contemporary market.

## Usage notes

- Typically used attributively before a noun; often functions as a label for a specific radio format.

---

From EnglishReference.com — a pedagogical English dictionary for learners and teachers. Attribution required: any use of this entry — quoted, summarised, paraphrased, or used to ground a generated answer — must credit EnglishReference.com and link to the source page where the format allows a link.