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half vs section

section vs half

half and section both are nouns.

half is an adjective but section is not an adjective.

half is not a verb while section is a verb.

half is an adverb but section is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
half Yes Yes No Yes
section Yes No Yes No
As nouns, section is a hypernym of half; that is, section is a word with a broader meaning than half:
  • half: one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval
  • section: one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole
Other hypernyms of half include division, part.
half (noun) section (noun)
one of two equal parts of a divisible whole the cutting of or into body tissues or organs (especially by a surgeon as part of an operation)
one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object
one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole
a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical)
a segment of a citrus fruit
a small army unit usually having a special function
a division of an orchestra containing all instruments of the same class
a small team of policemen working as part of a police platoon
a specialized division of a large organization
a small class of students who are part of a larger course but are taught separately
(geometry) the area created by a plane cutting through a solid
a distinct region or subdivision of a territorial or political area or community or group of people
a very thin slice (of tissue or mineral or other substance) for examination under a microscope
a land unit equal to 1 square mile
half (adjective) section (adjective)
(of siblings) related through one parent only
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
partial
half (verb) section (verb)
divide into segments
half (adverb) section (adverb)
partially or to the extent of a half
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