noun
one of two equal parts of a divisible whole
Synonyms
one-half
Examples
- half a loaf
- half an hour
- a century and one half
noun
one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval
adjective
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
Synonyms
half(a)
Examples
- a half chicken
- lasted a half hour
adjective
partial
Synonyms
half(a)
Examples
- gave me a half smile
- he did only a half job
adjective
(of siblings) related through one parent only
Examples
- a half brother
- half sister
adverb
partially or to the extent of a half
Examples
- he was half hidden by the bushes