Definition of halftime
(Entry 1 of 2)
: an intermission between halves of a game or contest (as in football or basketball)
half-time
adjectiveDefinition of half-time (Entry 2 of 2)
: involving or working half the standard hours
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The first known use of halftime was in 1861
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