Meaning of the word half in English

What does half mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

half

US /hæf/
UK /hæf/
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Noun

1.

one of two equal parts of a whole

Example:
She ate half of the apple.
The glass is half full.

Determiner

1.

consisting of one of two equal parts

Example:
We need a half sheet of paper.
He poured a half cup of sugar into the bowl.

Adverb

1.

to the extent of half; partly

Example:
The door was half open.
He was half asleep during the lecture.
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