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halfer

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

With regard to the Sleeping Beauty problem: one who argues that the probability of heads is 1/2.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: decision theory

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noun

Meaning 2

One who possesses or gives half only; one who shares.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: obsolete

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noun

Meaning 3

A gelded male fallow deer.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: obsolete

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History

Etymology

From half + -er.