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fortnight
[ fawrt-nahyt, -nit ]
noun
- the space of fourteen nights and days; two weeks.
fortnight
/ ˈɔːˌԲɪ /
noun
- a period of 14 consecutive days; two weeks
Word History and Origins
Origin of fortnight1
Word History and Origins
Origin of fortnight1
Example Sentences
Harvey's funeral, which was held at Sheffield Cathedral a fortnight after his death, was attended by hundreds of people.
Ian Griffiths, from Flintshire, on council tax: Other than having my bin emptied once a fortnight, I don't actually have anything for the money I pay.
A response was received at the weekend - over a fortnight later.
The issue has become politically-charged in Wales, because of the country's relatively high level of benefits claims and after Morgan revealed a fortnight ago that she "personally spoke to number ten" about her concerns.
Sadly, his body was discovered a fortnight later in the shadow of the Brick Community Stadium where he always took his seat in the East Stand.
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Related Words
- half-month
- two weeks
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