bimonthly

English

Etymology

From bi- +‎ monthly.

Pronunciation

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Adjective

bimonthly (not comparable)

  1. 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.
  2. Occurring twice every month.
    Synonym: semimonthly

Usage notes

See below.

Translations

Adverb

bimonthly (not comparable)

  1. Once every two months; bimestrially.
    The organization's board of directors meets bimonthly.
  2. Twice every month; semimonthly.
    They checked on his progress bimonthly.

Usage notes

Because of the ambiguity of this word, it may be best to avoid it. twice a month or every two months can be used instead. Also see biweekly.

Translations

Noun

bimonthly (plural bimonthlies)

  1. 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

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