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Noun half-hour has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebHalf-hourDescription:Half-hour refers to a unit of time equivalent to 30 minutes. It can be used as a noun, adjective, or adverb, and can have both literal and figurative meanings. Senses and Usages:Noun:1. A period of time lasting for 30 minutes. Example sentence: He took a half-hour break to clear his mind. Related products: Half-hour timer Adjective:1. Lasting or taking up a period of 30 minutes. Example sentence: The students had a half-hour recess before continuing with their studies. Related products: Half-hour glass Adverb:1. For a duration of 30 minutes. Example sentence: She waited half-hour for the bus to arrive. Related products: Half-hour audio Popular and Local:In popular usage, the term "half-hour" is commonly used to refer to a television show or radio program that has a duration of 30 minutes. Locally, it may be used to describe a specific time interval, such as a half-hour before sunset. Noun (Popular):1. A television program or radio show that lasts for 30 minutes. Example sentence: I watched a hilarious half-hour sitcom on TV last night. Related products: Half-hour TV series Adjective (Local):1. Referring to a specific time interval that is 30 minutes in length. Example sentence: They agreed to meet at the park a half-hour before sunset. Related products: Half-hour sundial Note: The Amazon product links provided are for illustrative purposes only and do not imply endorsement or guarantee of availability. | ||||
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