half meaning and definition

HALF noun

Definition of half (noun)

1. one of two equal parts of a divisible whole
   • "half a loaf"; "half an hour"; "a century and one half"
   • synonyms: one-half
2. one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval

HALF adjective

Definition of half (adjective)

1. consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
   • "a half chicken"; "lasted a half hour"
2. partial
   • "gave me a half smile"; "he did only a half job"
3. (of siblings) related through one parent only
   • "a half brother"; "half sister"
   • antonym: whole

HALF adverb

Definition of half (adverb)

1. partially or to the extent of a half
   • "he was half hidden by the bushes"