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Word: Half Dozen

Definition:
The term "half dozen" refers to a quantity that consists of six items or units. It is often used to describe a group of six things.

Usage Instructions:

• "Half dozen" is typically used when counting items, especially when you want to indicate that you have six of something without using the word "six" directly.
• It is often used in everyday conversation, shopping, cooking, and when discussing quantities.

Example:

• "I bought a half dozen eggs at the store." (This means you bought six eggs.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Half dozen" can also be used metaphorically to suggest that something is common or not special. For example: "There are a half dozen reasons why I prefer this brand." (This implies there are several reasons, specifically six, but could suggest they are fairly standard or expected reasons.)

Word Variants:

• The term "dozen" refers to twelve items. So, "half dozen" is literally half of a dozen.

Different Meanings:

• "Half dozen" specifically means six. It does not have other meanings outside of counting items.

Synonyms:

• Six (as a number)
• Half a dozen

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that use "half dozen" directly, but it can be part of phrases like "a half dozen different ways," meaning there are several options or methods available.

Summary:

"Half dozen" is an easy way to refer to six items. It can be used in various contexts, making it a useful expression in everyday English.

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Adjective

1. denoting a quantity consisting of six items or units

Synonyms

• six
• 6
• vi
• half-dozen