halfpennyworths
UK/ˈhɛɪpnɪwəθs/
halfpennyworths is the plural of halfpennyworth.
Meaning of halfpennyworth
Noun
halfpennyworth (plural halfpennyworths)
- As much as could be bought for a halfpenny (pre- or post-decimalisation).
- A negligible amount.
- he's never been a ha'p'orth of bother
- Synonyms:
- pennyworth, tuppence worth, ace, atom, thought, atomy, aught, bissel, continental, bit
- One's opinion or thoughts on a matter.
- Synonyms:
- pennyworth, tuppence worth, two cents, two cents' worth
Questions about halfpennyworths
- What is halfpennyworths the plural of?
- Halfpennyworths is the plural of halfpennyworth.
- How do you pronounce halfpennyworths?
- Halfpennyworths is pronounced /ˈhɛɪpnɪwəθs/ (UK).
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