Meaning & Definition of word "Fortnightly"

Fortnightly

/fɔːrtˈnaɪtli/

adjective:

  • 1. Happening, occurring, or published once every two weeks.
    • Example: The magazine is provided on a fortnightly basis, with new issues released every two weeks.
  • 2. Relating to a period of two weeks.
    • Example: They held their fortnightly meetings to discuss project progress and upcoming deadlines.

adverb:

  • 1. Every two weeks.
    • Example: We meet fortnightly to review our strategies and plan for the next steps.

Etymology

From 'fortnight' + '-ly', signifying a recurring event every two weeks.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fortnightly report:

A report that is issued every two weeks.

fortnightly payment:

A payment arrangement made every two weeks.

Related Words

fortnight:

A period of two weeks.

biweekly:

Occurring every two weeks, though sometimes can mean every two weeks or twice a week.

Slang Meanings of fortnightly

Meaning: A term often used in informal contexts to refer to a two-week schedule.

Example Sentence: We're doing a fortnightly catch-up to keep everyone in the loop.