halfpennyworth

Etymology
From ; equivalent to ; compare 🇨🇬.

Noun
(abbreviation ha'p'orth)


 * 1)  As much as could be bought for a halfpenny (pre- or post-decimalisation).
 * 2)  A negligible amount.
 * he's never been a ha'p'orth of bother
 * 1)  One's opinion or thoughts on a matter.
 * he's never been a ha'p'orth of bother
 * 1)  One's opinion or thoughts on a matter.

Usage notes

 * Also used in combination with larger amounts, as in "twopence halfpennyworth" (said "tuppence ha'penny's worth" and equal to as much as could be bought for two and a half pence).