Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for SEP-TEN'NI-AL
SEP-TEN'NI-AL, a. [L. septennis; septem, seven, and annus, year.]
- Lasting or continuing seven years; as, septennial parliaments.
- Happening or returning once in every seven years; as, septennial elections in England.
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