SEMI- definition: a combining form borrowed from Latin, meaning “half,” freely prefixed to English words of any origin, now sometimes with the senses “partially,” “incompletely,” “somewhat”. …

Semi- is a numerical prefix meaning "half". The prefix alone is often used as an abbreviation when the rest of the word (the thing which half of is being described) is clear from context.

Definition of semi- prefix in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

The meaning of SEMI is semifinal —often used in plural. How to use semi in a sentence.

semi-skilled used to describe something that happens twice within a particular time: a semi-weekly appointment (Definition of semi from the Cambridge Business English Dictionary © …

semi- a combining form meaning “half” (semiannual), “partially,” “somewhat” (semiautomatic; semidetached; semiformal).

semi-, prefix meanings, etymology, pronunciation and more in the Oxford English Dictionary

Semi- is usually used to mean partially or half when talking about technical or scientific subjects, as well as math. When coining a word meaning half of something, English speakers will most …

Semi- combines with adjectives and nouns to form other adjectives and nouns that describe someone or something as being partly, but not completely, in a particular state.

SEMI meaning: 1 : semifinal usually plural; 2 : a short, heavy truck that has a long trailer attached to the back and that is used to move goods semitrailer