quinzaine

/kɛ̃zwɛn/

Definitions

1. noun

a period of 15 days, especially in law or medicine

“The patient’s condition was being monitored for a quinzaine to assess her overall health.”

2. noun

a period of 15 days, especially in poetry or music

“The poet’s use of quatrains and quinzaines created a unique rhythm in her verse.”

Synonyms

  • fortnight
  • period

Antonyms

  • instant
  • moment