What does HALVE mean?

Halve 1. Parts of Speech

Verb

2. Definitions

1. To divide something into two equal parts.
2. To reduce something to half its original amount or size.

3. Pronunciations

• US: /hæv/
• UK: /hɑːv/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "halve" originated from the Old English word "healfian," which means "to divide in half." It has been in use since the 14th century. "Halve" is commonly used in mathematics and cooking to refer to dividing something into two equal parts. It is also used in everyday language to mean reducing something to half its original amount or size.

5. Synonyms

• Divide in half
• Cut in half
• Split in two
• Reduce by half

6. Related Words

• Shave
• Salve
• Carve
• Have
• Calve

7. Example Sentences

1. She halved the cake and gave a piece to each child.
2. The company plans to halve its carbon emissions by 2030.