Term Meaning and Definition

Word: Term

How to pronounce: tɜːm

Noun

Definitions:

1. A word or phrase used to describe a thing or to express a concept, especially in a particular kind of language or branch of study.

Example sentences: "The musical term “leitmotiv”"

2. A fixed or limited period for which something, e.g., office, imprisonment, or investment, lasts or is intended to last.

Example sentences: "The President is elected for a single four-year term"

3. Each of the periods in the year, alternating with holidays or vacations, during which instruction is given in a school, college, or university, or during which a court holds sessions.

Example sentences: "The summer term"

4. Conditions under which an action may be undertaken or agreement reached; stipulated or agreed-upon requirements.

Example sentences: "He could only be dealt with on his own terms"

5. Each of the quantities in a ratio, series, or mathematical expression.

Example sentences: "A geometric series is defined as having a constant ratio between consecutive terms."

6. Another term for terminus

Verb

Definitions:

1. Give a descriptive name to; call by a specified name.

Example sentences: "He has been termed the father of modern theology"

Synonyms:

expression

the concept

terminology

word

trimester

period

time limit

due date

tenure

stint

condition

lifespan

semester

terminus

title

name

call

entitle

denominate

designate

label

hitch

tour

christen

dub

Derivations:

termer

termed

termless

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Term in Other Languages...

Spanish: Plazo

German: Begriff

French: Terme

Italian: Termine

Turkish: Dönemlik