halfway

Definition

Half of the way between two points.

Etymology

From Middle English halfwey, from Old English healfweġ (“half-way”), equivalent to half- + way. Compare partway. Cognate with Saterland Frisian hoolfwais (“halfway”), Dutch halfweg (“halfway”), German halbwegs (“halfway”), Danish halvvejs (“halfway”), Swedish halvvägs (“halfway”).

Example Sentences

• "I was already halfway home when I missed my keyring."
• "One day has gone by and she's already halfway through the book."
• "It's July 1st, so this year is halfway over."