half a loaf

half a loaf

Less than what is desired. This is the abbreviated version of the phrase "half a loaf is better than none." I know they're offering you less money than you'd hoped for, but it's a good job, so I think you should accept half a loaf.See also: half, loaf

half a loaf

not as much as you want but better than nothing. This phrase alludes to the proverb half a loaf is better than no bread , which has been in use since the mid 16th century.See also: half, loaf