Halve

usgb/hæv/
verb

To divide or separate into two equal or nearly equal parts.

The recipe serves four so you need to halve the ingredients if you're only cooking for two.
Visual representation of "halve" - To divide or separate into two equal or nearly equal parts.

Often appears as...

  • halve the amount
  • halve the difference
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Visual representation of "halve"
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Equal Parts

Use 'halve' when splitting something into two parts that are as equal as possible.

Illustration for Equal Parts
She halved the apple so each child got an equal piece.
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Physical Division

'Halve' often describes a physical action, like cutting or dividing objects.

Illustration for Physical Division
To share the cake fairly, let's halve it.
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Metaphorical Use

Can be used figuratively to indicate reducing effort or responsibility.

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By working together, we can halve the burden.
Visual representation of the word "Halve"

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