Septennial
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /sɛpˈtɛniəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Septennial is an adjective meaning Of or relating to a 7 year period.
Meaning
Of or relating to a 7 year period.
Example Sentences
septennial parliaments... septennial elections.
"Lawgivers were never more mistaken," said Lady Mary, "than when they ordained that the conjugal tie should last through life for better and worse; the last injunction being strictly complied with. There should be septennial marriages, as well as septennial parliaments!"
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include septenary, septuagenary, septendecimal, septuary, septuagesimal, septisyllabic.
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