Halfpennyworth

//ˈheɪpnɪwəθ// noun, slang

noun, slang ·Moderate ·High school level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    As much as could be bought for a halfpenny (pre- or post-decimalisation). British, historical
  2. 2
    the amount that can be bought for a halfpenny wordnet
  3. 3
    A negligible amount. British, informal

    "he's never been a ha'p'orth of bother"

  4. 4
    One's opinion or thoughts on a matter. British, informal

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Example

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"he's never been a ha'p'orth of bother"

Etymology

From Middle English halpenyworth; equivalent to halfpenny + worth; compare Old English healfpeniġweorþ.

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