half-and-half

noun

ˌhaf-ᵊn-ˈhaf 

ˌhäf-ᵊn-ˈhäf

: 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

half-and-half adjective or adverb

Examples of half-and-half in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Cooked chicken and half-and-half were held at improper hot and cold temperatures. — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado july 24, Sacbee.com, 24 July 2026

Fresh lime, half-and-half and condensed milk produce something tart and creamy. — Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

Sautéed garlic and onion make for a strong savory base, and cooking the grits in a combination of half-and-half and chicken broth adds another layer of richness. — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 16 July 2026

Made with chicken broth and a bit of half-and-half, this soup is both rich and refreshing. — Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1756, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for half-and-half

• autograph
• biograph
• cenotaph
• chronograph
• epigraph
• epitaph
• hodograph
• holograph
• hydrograph
• lithograph
• micrograph
• monograph