semiannual

semiannual
semiannually, adv.
/sem'ee an"yooh euhl, sem'uy-/, adj.
1. occurring, done, or published every half year or twice a year; semiyearly.
2. lasting for half a year: a semiannual plant.
[1785-95; SEMI- + ANNUAL]
Usage. See bi-1.

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