halfer en · NOUN
Etymology
From half + -er.
Meanings
- (qualifier:decision theory) With regard to the Sleeping Beauty problem: one who argues that the probability of heads is 1/2.
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(obsolete) One who possesses or gives half only; one who shares.
ſuch Halfers in opinions
1625, Richard Montagu, Appello Caesarem: a just Appeale from two unjust Informers:
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(obsolete) A gelded male fallow deer.
Bucks , when cut , called Halfers
1814, Samuel Pegge, Anonymian:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| halfers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |