Meaning of half-century | Babel Free
Definitions
- A period of fifty years, half of a century.
- A score of 50 runs by a single batsman in one innings
- A score of 50 points in a single game.
Equivalents
Examples
“The Dutch population has grown rapidly in the last half-century and its increase has been matched by an expansion of industry, with the result that the same period has seen the Netherlands develop from a mainly agricultural to an industrial country.”
“He brought up his half-century with a powerful drive past offspinner Dan Cullen, whose seven overs cost 0-52.”
“Selby's charge continued with a half-century in the 30th frame and a fluked red set him on the way to winning the 31st frame.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.