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halved

The correct spelling is halved.

How to pronounce halved

verb

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The correct spelling is halved. To reduce to half the original amount. For example: "to halve a hole or a match"

Usage Examples

to halve a hole or a match

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To reduce to half the original amount.
  2. 2.To divide into two halves.
  3. 3.To make up half of.
  4. 4.To join two pieces of timber etc. by cutting away each for half its thickness at the joining place, and fitting together.
  5. 5.In match play, to achieve a tie or draw on.

adjective

  1. 1.Divided into halves.
  2. 2.Appearing as if one side were cut away.

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