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Demi

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Mystical UsagePlay
Often used in mythology and imagination to describe beings with partial divine power. SlideIn legends, a demi-god can wield unusual strength.
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Not Always HalfPlay
'Demi' might not mean exactly half; it can suggest being partly something. SlideShe considered herself a demi-expert in robotics.
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Cultural NuancesPlay
In social contexts, 'demi' can indicate a lower or less respected status within a group. SlideHe was accepted into the demi-monde of elite chess boxing.