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Halving: meaning, definitions and examples

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halving

 

[ ˈhælvɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mathematical operation

Halving refers to the act of dividing something into two equal parts or reducing it by half. This term is often used in mathematics, cooking, and everyday situations where quantities need to be adjusted. The concept is fundamental in various fields such as finance, statistics, and even in planning and resource allocation. Halving can also signify a change in scale, emphasizing the importance of proportions.

Synonyms

dividing, reducing, splitting

Examples of usage

  • Halving the recipe made it easier to cook for one.
  • In mathematics, halving 10 gives you 5.
  • The company implemented halving of expenses to increase profitability.

Translations

Translations of the word "halving" in other languages:

🇵🇹 divisão ao meio

🇮🇳 आधा करना

🇩🇪 Halbierung

🇮🇩 pembagian menjadi dua

🇺🇦 половинення

🇵🇱 podział na pół

🇯🇵 半分にすること

🇫🇷 division par deux

🇪🇸 división a la mitad

🇹🇷 yarıya bölme

🇰🇷 절반으로 나누기

🇸🇦 تقسيم إلى نصفين

🇨🇿 dělení na polovinu

🇸🇰 rozdelenie na polovicu

🇨🇳 对半分

🇸🇮 razdelitev na pol

🇮🇸 skipting í tvennt

🇰🇿 жартысына бөлу

🇬🇪 ნახევრად გაყოფა

🇦🇿 yarıya bölmə

🇲🇽 división a la mitad

Etymology

The word 'halving' is derived from the Old English term 'healfa', which means 'half'. Its use can be traced back to the 14th century when it began to take on mathematical connotations. The process of halving has been a crucial concept throughout history, particularly in trade and commerce, where accurate measurements were essential. Over time, as mathematics evolved, the term became more formalized and was used in various educational contexts. The prefix 'halve' signifying 'to divide by two' solidified its relevance in both mathematical and practical applications, leading to the contemporary meaning that we understand today.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,278, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.