half–and–half

noun \ˌhaf-^ən-ˈhaf, ˌhäf-^ən-ˈhäf\

: a mixture of cream and whole milk

Full Definition of HALF-AND-HALF

: something that is approximately half one thing and half another: as

a : a mixture of two malt beverages (as dark and light beer)

b : a mixture of cream and whole milk

— half–and–half adjective or adverb

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