hemi-
hemi-/ˈhemē/
prefix
half.
"hemicylindrical"
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hemi-. prefix. : half. hemihedral ...
a combining form meaning “half,” used in the formation of compound words: hemimorphic.
Chrysler Hemi engine
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The Chrysler Hemi engine, known by the trademark Hemi or HEMI, refers a series of high-performance American overhead valve V8 engines built by Chrysler with hemispherical combustion chambers. Wikipedia
First year: 1951
Also called: Elephant engine
Dry weight: 843 lb (382 kg)
Power output: 425 bhp (317 kW) (Gross); 350 bhp (261 kW) (Net)
Specific power: 60.9 hp (45 kW) per liter
Torque output: 490 lb⋅ft (664 N⋅m)
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half in British English · 1. a. either of two equal or corresponding parts that together comprise a whole · 2. half a pint, esp of beer · 3. Scottish · 4. sport.
hemi- 2. a combining form meaning “half,” used in the formation of compound words: hemimorphic.
Hemi-: Prefix meaning one half, as in hemiparesis, hemiplegia, and hemithorax. From the Greek hemisus meaning half and equivalent to the Latin semi-.
Oct 18, 2022 · The word “Hemi” is an informal term that refers to engines with hemispherical combustion chambers. It is often associated with Chrysler, but ...
HEMI- meaning: 1. half or part: 2. half or part: . Learn more.
From Ancient Greek prefix ἡμι- (hēmi-, “half”), from ἥμισυς (hḗmisus, “half”). Doublet of semi-.
Hemi- definition: Partial; partially.
a combining form meaning "half,'' used in the formation of compound words:hemimorphic. Greek hēmi- half; ...