half blood

¹

noun

1. the relation between persons having only one common parent.

half-blood

²

[ haf-bluhd, hahf- ]

noun

1. Disparaging and Offensive. half-breed ( def 1 ).
2. a person who has only one parent in common with another person, as a half sister or half brother.

half-blood

noun

1. 1. the relationship between individuals having only one parent in common
   2. an individual having such a relationship
2. a less common name for a half-breed
3. a half-blooded domestic animal

Word History and Origins

Origin of half blood¹

First recorded in 1545–55

Origin of half blood²

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English half blod

Example Sentences

Ms. Edugyan, who is from Calgary, Alberta, appeared on the shortlist in 2011 for “Half Blood Blues.”

From New York Times

The lead, Hardin Scott is played by Hero Fiennes Tiffin, who is best known for playing young Tom Riddle in Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince.

From BBC

The immersion includes a fantastic In-Movie Experience for “Order of the Phoenix” and Maximum Movie Modes for “Half Blood Prince” and the pair of “Deathly Hallows.”

From Washington Times

“Yes, that’s correct. When’s the last time Olympus ever helped me, half- blood? When’s the last time a child of mine was ever welcomed as a hero? Bah! Why should I rush out and help them? I’ll stay here with my forces intact.”

From Literature

On the tallest Half- Blood Hill, Thalia’s pine tree stood with the Golden Fleece hanging from its branches, magically protecting the camp from its enemies.

From Literature