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• half size
  half size

  noun

  any size in women's garments designated by a fractional number from 12½ through 24½, designed for a short-waisted, full figure.
• half-size
  half-size

  noun

  any size, esp in clothing, that is halfway between two sizes

half size

American  

noun

1. any size in women's garments designated by a fractional number from 12½ through 24½, designed for a short-waisted, full figure.

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half-size British  

noun

1. any size, esp in clothing, that is halfway between two sizes

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Example Sentences

Important note: The shoes run large, so order a half size down.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2023

The half size portion includes a sizable amount of neck meat, which is a fully hands-on experience for anyone up for it, but there’s also plenty of boneless slabs for the taking.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 30, 2022

If you have wider feet, we recommend you get a half size up.

From Slate • Nov. 9, 2018

The wall is a half size replica of the official tribute in Washington, D.C.

From Washington Times • May 8, 2017

“My right foot is a half size smaller than my left foot,” I say.

From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King