Swift half

Swift half

SWIFT HALF /swift half/
Noun United Kingdom

A half pint of beer or lager.

Example Sentences

"That's a proper Swift half, that is."
"I've never seen such a Swift half in all my life."

Etymology & History

British culinary term reflecting the UK's distinct food culture and traditions. Many British food terms have historical roots in regional dialects or were adopted from other languages during Britain's imperial period.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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