Meaning of the word moiety in English

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

moiety

US /ˈmɔɪ.ə.t̬i/
UK /ˈmɔɪ.ə.ti/

Noun

1.

each of two parts into which a thing is or can be divided

Example:
The property was divided into two equal moieties.
Each partner received a moiety of the profits.
2.

a portion of something

Example:
He contributed a small moiety of his earnings to charity.
The artist captured a moiety of the landscape's beauty.