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Dictionary Lesson

Okay people. Bi-monthly can mean both every two months and twice a month. Don't ask me why. I didn't create the word. That's just the way it is. Look it up in the dictionary if you don't believe me. It's the same with bi-yearly and bi-weekly. I just love having communication problems built into the English language. Brilliant.

While we're at it, in many dictionaries irregardless is recognized as a word meaning the exact same thing as regardless (dictionary.com). It is believed to be an accidental blend of the words irrespective and regardless. It is not considered proper for use in formal communication, but is often used in casual situations. I suppose this means that it's a bastardized word that has been used so frequently that it finally had to be recognized.

Screwing up an already screwed up language as we go... Power to the people.