In the 16th century, Turkish women could divorce their husbands if the man failed to keep his family’s pot filled with coffee.
BIANNUALLY
biannually
(adverb) twice a year; “we hold our big sale biannually”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
biannually (not comparable)
Taking place twice per year, semiannually.
Taking place every two years, biennially.
Usage notes
• Some authorities report confusion between biennially and biannually. Using "semiannually" may reduce the risk of confusion.
Synonyms
• semiannually
Source: Wiktionary
BIANNUAL
Bi*an"nu*al, a. [Pref. bi- + annual.]
Definition: Occurring twice a year; half-yearly; semiannual.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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