half

Definition

• n. one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval
• adj. consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
• adj. partial
• adj. (of siblings) related through one parent only

Word forms

Plural

halves

Example sentences

1. n.

   I only ate half of the pizza because I was too full.

2. a.

   She gave a half smile when she heard the joke.

3. adv.

   He was half listening while he worked on his project.