half-and-half

noun

\ ˌhaf-ᵊn-ˈhaf

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, ˌhäf-ᵊn-ˈhäf\

Definition of half-and-half

: something that is approximately half one thing and half another: such as

a : a mixture of two malt beverages (such as dark and light beer)

b : a mixture of cream and whole milk

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half again as much/many as

half a minute/second

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The first known use of half-and-half was in 1756

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half-and-half

noun

English Language Learners Definition of half-and-half

US : a mixture of cream and whole milk

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