diestrual

/daɪˈɛstruəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

occurring or recurring twice a month, especially in relation to the menstrual cycle; semi-lunar

“The diestrual symptoms of her condition were quite distressing.”

2. noun

a recurring phenomenon or cycle that occurs twice a month

“The researcher studied the diestrual patterns in the animal population.”

Synonyms

  • bimonthly
  • semilunar

Antonyms

  • monthly
  • unpredictable