bimonthly

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Pronunciation 1.3 Adjective 1.4 Adverb 1.4.1 Usage notes 1.4.2 Translations 1.5 Noun

[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

bi- + month + -ly

[edit] Pronunciation

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[edit] Adjective

bimonthly (not comparable)

1. Occurring once every two months; bimestrial
2. Twice every month; semimonthly.

   His bimonthly appointment was almost due.

[edit] Adverb

bimonthly (not comparable)

1. once every two months; bimestrially
2. Twice every month; semimonthly.

   They checked on his progress bimonthly.

[edit] Usage notes

Because of the ambiguity of this word, it is best to avoid it. Instead, use twice a month or every two months as appropriate.

[edit] Translations

[edit] Noun

bimonthly (plural bimonthlies)

1. Something (especially something published) that occurs or is done on a bimonthly basis.

   We have to get the report done. If the boss doesn't get his bimonthly he'll scream.