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- [haf-seez, hahf-]
- /hæf, hɑf ˈsiːz ˈoʊ vər/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [haf-seez, hahf-]
- /hæf, hɑf ˈsiːz ˈoʊ vər/
Definitions of half seas over words
- adjective half seas over of, relating to, or adapted for use at sea. 1
- noun half seas over the salt waters that cover the greater part of the earth's surface. 1
- noun half seas over a division of these waters, of considerable extent, more or less definitely marked off by land boundaries: the North Sea. 1
- noun half seas over one of the seven seas; ocean. 1
- noun half seas over a large lake or landlocked body of water. 1
- noun half seas over the degree or amount of turbulence of the ocean or other body of water, as caused by the wind. 1
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Origin of half seas over
First appearance:
before 1545 One of the 30% oldest English words
First recorded in 1545-55
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Parts of speech for Half seas over
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half seas over popularity
This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 2% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
half seas over usage trend in Literature
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adj half seas over
- pickled — preserved or steeped in brine or other liquid.
- inebriated — to make drunk; intoxicate.
- intoxicated — Archaic. intoxicated.
- smashed — of, relating to, or constituting a great success: That composer has written many smash tunes.
- plastered — drunk.
Antonyms for half seas over
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