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- pronunciation:
- baI
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- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
happening every second year.
This company holds a biennial meeting. |
| definition 2: |
lasting two years.
He's in a biennial program to learn French. |
| definition 3: |
having a life cycle of two years.
These biennial flowers will not bloom until next year. |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
an event that happens once every two years.
The biennial will be held in Dallas. |
| definition 2: |
a plant with a life cycle of two years.
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| derivation: |
biennially (adv.) |
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