Meaning : One of two equal parts of a divisible whole.
Example :
Half a loaf.
Half an hour.
A century and one half.
Synonyms : one-half
Meaning : One of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval.
Meaning : Consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity.
Example :
A half chicken.
Lasted a half hour.
Meaning : Partial.
Example :
Gave me a half smile.
He did only a half job.
Meaning : (of siblings) related through one parent only.
Example :
A half brother.
Half sister.
Meaning : Partially or to the extent of a half.
Example :
He was half hidden by the bushes.