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Definition of biyearly

biyearly

/ˌbaɪˈjɪrli/
bi · year · ly
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• adjective

1

Occurring, appearing, or done once every two years.

Example

"Delegates from across the continent gathered for the organization's biyearly conference."

2

Occurring, appearing, or done twice a year.

Example

"The dental clinic sends out reminders for biyearly checkups in the spring and fall."

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• adverb

1

Twice a year.

Example

"Interest on the savings bond is compounded biyearly."

2

Once every two years.

Example

"The international art exhibition is held biyearly in Venice."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Because 'biyearly' can mean either 'once every two years' or 'twice a year,' it is inherently ambiguous in formal contexts; writers often prefer 'biennial' for every two years and 'semiannual' for twice a year to ensure clarity.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Biyearly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/biyearly
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