bimonthly
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English [edit]
Etymology [edit]
Pronunciation [edit]
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Adjective [edit]
bimonthly (not comparable)
- Occurring once every two months; bimestrial
- Twice every month; semimonthly.
- His bimonthly appointment was almost due.
Adverb [edit]
bimonthly (not comparable)
- once every two months; bimestrially
- 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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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.