bidirectional

adjective

bi·​di·​rec·​tion·​al ˌbī-də-ˈrek-shnəl How to pronounce bidirectional (audio)
-dī-,
-shə-nᵊl
: involving, moving, or taking place in two usually opposite directions
bidirectional flow
bidirectional replication of DNA
bidirectionally adverb

Examples of bidirectional in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web An increasing number of EVs are coming out that support bidirectional charging. Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 18 Apr. 2024 Like the Polestar 3, the 4 will be fitted with a whole slew of great tech, like bidirectional charging with vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability and a heat pump for preconditioning the battery. Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 27 Mar. 2024 However there are a few hurdles to overcome before bidirectional charging can go mainstream and convince users of its advantages. Sabrina Weiss, WIRED, 20 Mar. 2024 A number of energy companies are trying to figure out how bidirectional charging could work commercially. Sabrina Weiss, WIRED, 20 Mar. 2024 The 3 will be the first Polestar with bidirectional charging capabilities, and Polestar announced a collaboration with the California Energy Commission (along with other authorities in the US and Sweden) to create an implementation plan for vehicle-to-grid services. Daniel Golson, The Verge, 14 Nov. 2023 The movement with a GMT function is equipped with bidirectional self-winding via a perpetual rotor. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 30 Nov. 2023 Earlier this year Gill had become intrigued by how Apple’s push notification service works, and how these bidirectional notifications might offer some clues into breaking open Messages. Lauren Goode, WIRED, 5 Dec. 2023 The bidirectional bezel, fashioned from Carbonium, is central to the watch’s functionality: Distinctly futuristic looking, it’s secured by a tab that, when opened, allows one to set the time via rotation in either direction. Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 24 Nov. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bidirectional was in 1889

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“Bidirectional.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bidirectional. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

bidirectional

adjective
bi·​di·​rec·​tion·​al ˌbī-də-ˈrek-sh(ə-)nəl How to pronounce bidirectional (audio)
-dī-
: involving, moving, or taking place in usually two opposite directions

Medical Definition

bidirectional

adjective
bi·​di·​rec·​tion·​al ˌbī-də-ˈrek-shnəl, -dī-, -shən-ᵊl How to pronounce bidirectional (audio)
: involving, moving, or taking place in two usually opposite directions
bidirectional flow of materials in axons
bidirectional replication of DNA
bidirectionally adverb

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