Half (Noun)
Meaning 1
One of two equal parts of a divisible whole; "half a loaf"; "half an hour"; "a century and one half".
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- The recipe calls for half a cup of sugar to be added to the mixture.
- She spent half an hour in the gym before heading to work.
- The team played half the game with only ten players due to injuries.
- A century and one half have passed since the founding of the university.
- The store is offering half off all winter clothing during the sale.