half-and-half


half–and–half

noun \ˌhaf-ən-ˈhaf, ˌhäf-ən-ˈhäf\

Definition of HALF-AND-HALF

: something that is approximately half one thing and half another: as a : a mixture of two malt beverages (as dark and light beer) b : a mixture of cream and whole milk
half–and–half adjective or adverb

First Known Use of HALF-AND-HALF

1756

Browse

Next Word in the Dictionary: half an eye
Previous Word in the Dictionary: half a dollar
All Words Near: half-and-half

Seen & Heard

What made you want to look up half-and-half? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Test Your Vocabulary

Take Our 10-Question Quiz

Name That Thing

Take our visual vocab quiz

Test Your Knowledge »

True or False?

A quick quiz about stuff worth knowing

Take It Now »

Join Us on FB & Twitter

Get the Word of the Day and More

Facebook | Twitter

Get Our Free Apps

Voice Search, Favorites,
Word of the Day, and More

iPhone | iPad | Android | More