Meaning & Definition of word "Term"

Term

/tɜːrm/

1. A word or phrase used to describe a thing or to express a concept.
- Example: The term 'Photosynthesis' refers to the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy.
2. A fixed or limited period of time.
- Example: The academic term lasts for approximately 15 weeks.
3. A condition or stipulation in an agreement.
- Example: The terms of the contract must be agreed upon by both parties.
4. In mathematics, a single component of a sequence or series.
- Example: In the sequence 2, 4, 6, 8, the number 4 is the second term.

1. To assign a term to something; to name or label.
- Example: We need to term this new phenomenon before it gains more attention.

Middle English, from Latin 'terminus', meaning boundary or limit.

in terms of:

concerning or regarding.

for a term:

for a specified period.

by any terms:

under any conditions.

terminology:

The set of terms or expressions used in a particular field.

terminus:

The end point of a journey or the limit of a particular area.

Meaning: A buzzword or jargon specific to a group.

Example Sentence: They were using tech terms that I didn't understand.

Meaning: A term of endearment.

Example Sentence: She called him 'babe' as a term of affection.