one-half en · NOUN
Meanings
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(uncountable) One of two equal parts (1/2, ½, 0.5).
As the series is extended to ever higher numbers, the fraction fluctuates among values a little greater than or equal to one-half, but the general trend moves closer and closer to exactly one-half.
1988 August 30, Malcolm W. Browne, “Intellectual Duel: Brash Challenge, Swift Response”, in The New York Times:
- (Philippines, uncountable) One-half lengthwise pad paper or one-half crosswise pad paper.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| one half | alternative | lexicographic |
Translations (6)
pt um meio (½) · fi puolikas (½) · ms separuh (½) · sw nusu (½) · de ein Halb (½) · fi puolet (½)