Half Definition & Meaning
half
- adverb
- partially or to the extent of a half; "he was half hidden by the bushes"
- adjective
- consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity; "a half chicken"; "lasted a half hour"
- partial; "gave me a half smile"; "he did only a half job"
- (of siblings) related through one parent only; "a half brother"; "half sister"
- noun
- one of two equal parts of a divisible whole; "half a loaf"; "half an hour"; "a century and one half"
- one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval
"Half" in song lyrics
See how half is used in real songs:
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"Got this half"
3 Melancholy Gypsies — And If -
"If I could lock 'em up I'd use so much cut that when they fry 'em half"
60 Second Assassin f/ Hell Razah, Kristina Green, Shabazz the Disciple, Son One — Cloud 9 -
"Because the money you pay we split in half"
7A3 — 7A3 Will Rock You
Words that rhyme with half
Usage tips for "half"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "half" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for half to find words that pair well.