mediumlived
Mediumlived is a neologism used to describe entities whose lifespan or duration falls between short and long by conventional standards. The term can apply to biological organisms as well as to non-biological systems such as products, projects, or media lifecycles. In usage, mediumlived indicates a mid-range time horizon rather than an extreme.
Etymology: The word combines "medium" and "lived." It appears to have emerged in the early 21st century
In biology, mediumlived species are those with lifespans longer than typical short-lived organisms but shorter than
Usage and interpretation vary by field, and the lack of precise thresholds makes the term inherently qualitative.
See also: lifespan, life expectancy, durability, product lifecycle.