Meaning of the word half-term in English

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

half-term

US /ˈhæf.tɜːrm/
UK /ˈhæf.tɜːrm/
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Noun

1.

a short holiday for schoolchildren in the middle of a school term

Example:
The children are looking forward to their half-term break next week.
We're planning a trip to the coast during half-term.
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