Biannual
occurring twice a year; semiannual.
occurring every two years; biennial.
Contemporary Examples
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Who to See and Where to be Seen: The Hot Tips for New York Fashion Week Barbara Ragghianti September 2, 2014
Gal With a Suitcase Jolie Hunt June 17, 2010
Carine Roitfeld Documentary ‘Mademoiselle C’ Offers Intimate Look Isabel Wilkinson September 10, 2013
adjective
occurring twice a year Compare biennial
adj.
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