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quadrennial Definition

quad·ren·nial (kwä dren′ē əl)

adjective

  1. happening every four years
  2. lasting four years

Etymology: < L quadriennium (see quadrennium) + -al

noun

  1. quadrennium
  2. a quadrennial event or occurrence

quadrennial Related Forms
quad·ren′·ni·ally adverb
quadrennial Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • exhibition: The designs for Macbeth formed part of the gold medal winning entry to the 1995 International Quadrennial Exhibition in Prague.
  • discussion: The PQ07 is organized by the Theater Institute Prague Quadrennial discussion in our forums, the perfect place to plan your trip!
  • review: A quadrennial review of the scheme was carried out at 31 March 2003.
  • survey: The Protocol requires Departments to commission specialist conservation consultants to conduct quadrennial condition surveys on all historic assets.
  • game: Other events aren't as predictable as the quadrennial games.
  • project: The original target of funding for this Quadrennial project has long been surpassed.