The Clue
"___ a loaf is . . . " (4 letter answer)
The Answer
HALF
Tags
Notes
The answer HALF is seen frequently, appearing about once every 160 puzzles.
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Definition
HALF as a noun:
1. (one-half, half) = one of two equal parts of a divisible whole; "half a loaf"; "half an hour"; "a century and one half"
2. in various games or performances: either of two periods of play separated by an interval
HALF as an adjective:
1. consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity; "a half chicken"; "lasted a half hour"
2. partial; "gave me a half smile"; "he did only a half job"
3. (of siblings) related through one parent only; "a half brother"; "half sister"
HALF as an adverb:
1. partially or to the extent of a half; "he was half hidden by the bushes"