Homonym: one-half (Fraction)
One-half is a mathematical term that represents a fraction, specifically the division of a whole into two equal parts. It is written as 1/2 and indicates that something is split into two equal sections. For example, if you have a pizza and cut it into two equal slices, each slice is one-half of the whole pizza.
In everyday life, one-half can be seen in various situations. If you have a cup of water and you pour out half, you will have one-half of a cup remaining. This concept is useful in cooking, measuring, and sharing items, making it an important part of basic mathematics and daily activities.