miðil

Miðill is a masculine Icelandic noun meaning a medium or means by which something is conveyed, transmitted, or stored. It refers to a channel or conduit for information, material, or influence, and can cover both physical and abstract media. In everyday usage, it encompasses printed material, broadcast networks, websites, and other channels that carry content or data.

In media-related contexts, several common compounds are used. Fjölmiðill denotes a mass media outlet or a broad media channel, while veffmiðill refers to an online or web-based medium. The term is productive in discussions about communication technology and information flow, and speakers often rely on other compounds to describe specific types of media or storage and transmission contexts.

The plural form of miðill is miðlar. Beyond its technical sense, the word can also describe a mediator or intermediary in a process, something that enables the transfer or transformation of information, goods, or influence between parties. As Icelandic discourse increasingly centers on digital communication and information theory, miðill remains a central, versatile term, applicable to both traditional and emerging media concepts.