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Demi

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Mystical Usage

Often used in mythology and imagination to describe beings with partial divine power.

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In legends, a demi-god can wield unusual strength.
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Not Always Half

'Demi' might not mean exactly half; it can suggest being partly something.

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She considered herself a demi-expert in robotics.
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Cultural Nuances

In social contexts, 'demi' can indicate a lower or less respected status within a group.

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He was accepted into the demi-monde of elite chess boxing.
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