Definitions for half pintˈhæf ˈpaɪnt, ˈhɑf for 1 ; ˈhæf ˌpaɪnt, ˈhɑf for 2
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half pintˈhæf ˈpaɪnt, ˈhɑf for 1 ; ˈhæf ˌpaɪnt, ˈhɑf for 2(n.)
half of a pint, equal to 8 fluid ounces (1 cup) or 16 tablespoons (0.2 liter).
Category: Weights and Measures
Slang. a very short person.
Category: Informal
Origin of half pint:
1605–15
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