This is the 1211th most frequent Dutch word.
middellandse
"Of the Mediterranean."
Here, 'middellandse' is used as part of the proper noun 'Middellandse Zee', referring to the Mediterranean Sea.
De Middellandse Zee is een populaire vakantiebestemming.
The Mediterranean Sea is a popular vacation destination.
In this sentence, 'middellandse' modifies 'klimaat', indicating a relation to the Mediterranean region.
Het middellandse klimaat is zeer aangenaam.
The Mediterranean climate is very pleasant.
Here, 'middellandse' describes 'keuken', emphasizing it pertains to the culinary practices of the Mediterranean area.