half-time
nounUK /ˌhɑːfˈtaɪm/
US /ˌhæfˈtaɪm/
Half-time is a short break in the middle of a game.
The players rested and drank water during half-time.
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2. The middle point of a sports match, after which the teams switch sides.
Our team was winning by two goals at half-time.
3. Working only half of the usual working hours.
She has a half-time job at the library.
4. The short show or entertainment during the break of a game.
The marching band performed at half-time.