Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
by-half
phrase
/baɪ hɑːf/
Definition
By-half refers to something that is only partially true or is a less precise version of a concept or object.
Examples
- The solution was by-half effective, as it addressed some, but not all, of the issues.
- His explanation was by-half, leaving out important details that were needed for clarity.
- She only understood the concept by-half, demonstrating a need for further study.
Meaning
The term ‘by-half’ suggests a midway point or a division of something into two parts, indicating that an aspect is only halfway complete or true.
Synonyms
- partially
- incomplete
- halfway
- semi
- not fully
