halfpennyworth

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Pronunciation

/ˈheɪpnɪwəθ/

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/ˈheɪpnɪwəθ/ · /ˈheɪpəθ/

Definition of halfpennyworth

3 senses · 1 part of speech · etymology included

noun

(British, historical)As much as could be bought for a halfpenny (pre- or post-decimalisation).

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noun

(British, historical)As much as could be bought for a halfpenny (pre- or post-decimalisation).
(British, informal)A negligible amount.

“he's never been a ha'p'orth of bother”
(British, informal)One's opinion or thoughts on a matter.

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From Middle English halpenyworth; equivalent to halfpenny + worth; compare Old English healfpeniġweorþ.

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