half-century

名词 n.

中文释义

英文释义

名词 n.

A period of fifty years, half of a century.

— The Dutch population has grown rapidly in the last half-century and its increase has been matched by an expansion of industry, with the result that the same period has seen the Netherlands develop from a mainly agricultural to an industrial country.
A score of 50 runs by a single batsman in one innings

— He brought up his half-century with a powerful drive past offspinner Dan Cullen, whose seven overs cost 0-52.
A score of 50 points in a single game.

— Selby's charge continued with a half-century in the 30th frame and a fluked red set him on the way to winning the 31st frame.

half-centuries plural