half·time 
/ˈhæfˌtaɪm, Brit ˈhɑ:fˌtaɪm/ noun
/ˈhæfˌtaɪm, Brit ˈhɑ:fˌtaɪm/ noun [noncount] : the period of rest between the end of the first half and the beginning of the second half in games like football and basketball
▪ The score was tied at halftime. ▪ The coaches discussed strategy during halftime.
▪ The score was tied at halftime. ▪ The coaches discussed strategy during halftime.
