Biennial Definition & Meaning

biennial
adjective
  1. having a life cycle lasting two seasons; "a biennial life cycle"; "parsnips and carrots are biennial plants often grown as annuals"
  2. occurring every second year; "they met at biennial conventions"
noun
  1. (botany) a plant having a life cycle that normally takes two seasons from germination to death to complete; flowering biennials usually bloom and fruit in the second season

"Biennial" in song lyrics

See how biennial is used in real songs:

  • "whitney biennial"
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  • "westmoreland museum juried biennial"
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  • "daniela rossell piece in whitney biennial 2006"
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Usage tips for "biennial"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "biennial" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for biennial to find words that pair well.

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