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
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Sour cream, half-and-half, fresh Parmesan, and garlic will make these potatoes a dish your guests are sure to remember.
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Nov. 2025
She-Crab Soup Fresh crabmeat, half-and-half, and sherry wine come together to make this iconic Charleston soup.
—Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
Only two ingredients are needed to recreate Leavitt's recipe: Dr. Pepper from Panera’s Unlimited Sip Club and a splash of half-and-half.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
Dairy Products Dairy products, such as milk, half-and-half, and heavy cream, contain important nutrients like calcium and, in moderation, can be part of a healthy diet.
—Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2025
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Nov. 2025
She-Crab Soup Fresh crabmeat, half-and-half, and sherry wine come together to make this iconic Charleston soup.
—Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
Only two ingredients are needed to recreate Leavitt's recipe: Dr. Pepper from Panera’s Unlimited Sip Club and a splash of half-and-half.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
Dairy Products Dairy products, such as milk, half-and-half, and heavy cream, contain important nutrients like calcium and, in moderation, can be part of a healthy diet.
—Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for half-and-half
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“Half-and-half.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/half-and-half. Accessed 17 Nov. 2025.
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