One-half (Noun)
Meaning
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 cake was cut into two equal pieces, one serving as one-half for each guest to share.
- She only used one-half of the total available funds for marketing and advertising expenses.
- To solve the equation, simply divide both sides by two, giving you one-half of the original value.
- The recipe calls for one-half cup of sugar and one cup of flour to make the perfect cake.
- The new employee will work one-half of the day on Fridays to accommodate her school schedule.