Bidirectional Meaning
/ˌbaɪ.dɪˈɹɛk.ʃə.nəlDefinition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjMoving in two directions (usually opposite).
adjOperating or functioning in two directions (usually opposite).
Sentence Examples
The bidirectional microphone picked up all sounds.
The new bidirectional algorithm improved data transfer.
The interface allows for bidirectional communication between the two devices.
Synonyms & Antonyms
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The new bridge supports ____ traffic, moving in both directions.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The data flow between the two devices is ____, meaning it goes both ways.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *dwóh₁ Proto-Indo-European *dwi- Proto-Italic *dwi- Latin bi-bor. English bi- English direction Proto-Indo-European *h₂el-der.? Proto-Italic *-ālis Latin -ālisbor. Old French -albor. ▲ Latin -ālis Old French -elbor. ▲ Latin -ālisbor. Middle English -al English -al English directional English bidirectional From bi- + directional.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"However, statistical modelling paints a different picture. We found that the influence of mental health and ideology on harmful attitudes and beliefs was two-and-a-half times stronger than networking. We also found that mental health and ideology shared a potential bidirectional relationship, with poor mental health causing greater buy-in to ideology and vice versa."
— 2024 February 27, Andrew G. Thomas, “Incels Uncovered: How Potent Is the Black Pill?”, in Psychology Today:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The new bridge supports ____ traffic, moving in both directions.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The data flow between the two devices is ____, meaning it goes both ways.