Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bi
Prefix
/baɪ/
Definition
A prefix meaning ‘two’ or ‘twice’.
Examples
- Biannual – occurring twice a year
- Bicycle – a vehicle with two wheels
- Binoculars – an optical instrument with two telescopes
Meaning
The prefix ‘bi’ indicates a doubling or the presence of two. It is often used in various terms across different fields, including mathematics and biology.
Synonyms
- Double
- Twice