bimonthly
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Etymology edit
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Adjective edit
bimonthly (not comparable)
- Occurring once every two months
- Synonyms: bimensal, bimestrial
- The organization's bimonthly meetings allow for two discussions each quarter.
- His bimonthly appointment was almost due.
- Occurring twice every month.
- Synonym: semimonthly
Usage notes edit
See below.
Translations edit
occurring once every two months
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occurring two times per month
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Adverb edit
bimonthly (not comparable)
- Once every two months; bimestrially.
- The organization's board of directors meets bimonthly.
- Twice every month; semimonthly.
- They checked on his progress bimonthly.
Usage notes edit
Because of the ambiguity of this word, it is best to avoid it. Instead, use twice a month or every two months as appropriate. Also see biweekly.
Translations edit
once every two months
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two times per month
Noun edit
bimonthly (plural bimonthlies)
- A publication that is published on a bimonthly basis.
- We have to get the report done. If the boss doesn't get his bimonthly he'll scream.
See also edit
- fortnightly (every two weeks)