one-half

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun A quantity equal to one of two equal parts that together constitute a whole; 50 percent; 0.5. Usage The term "one-half" is used to express a precise division of a whole into two equal parts. It functions as a singular noun and is often used in formal, mathematical, or descriptive contexts. * One-half of the students passed the exam. * The recipe calls for one-half cup of sugar....