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Meaning of halfpennyworth | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2

/ˈheɪpnɪwəθ/

Definitions

As much as could be bought for a halfpenny (pre- or post-decimalisation).
British, historical
A negligible amount.
British, informal
One's opinion or thoughts on a matter.
British, informal

Examples

“he's never been a ha'p'orth of bother”

CEFR level

C2

Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

See also

Halfrican halfro halfsib halfsibling halfsie halfsies