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noun \ ˌhaf-ᵊn-ˈhaf , 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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: a mixture of cream and whole milk

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