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    Terme (en. Term)

    [tɛʁm]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A word or expression having a specific meaning in a particular field.
    The term 'hyperbole' is used in mathematics.
    Le terme 'hyperbole' est utilisé en mathématiques.
    A duration or a specific period in a given context.
    The term of his contract is two years.
    Le terme de son contrat est de deux ans.
    In common language, a word or a designation.
    The term 'computer science' is widely used today.
    Le terme 'informatique' est largement utilisé aujourd'hui.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'terminus', which means limit or boundary.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to terminate a contract
    To put an end to a formal agreement.
    terminer un contrat
    from term to term
    In the expression 'from term to term', it means from point to point or from one limit to another.
    terme à terme
    at the end of
    At the end of something.
    au terme de

    Related Words

    terminology
    The set of terms and expressions in a particular field.
    terminologie
    terminus
    Final point of a transport line or route.
    terminus
    legal term
    A term specifically used in law.
    terme juridique

    Slang Meanings

    A term used in a familiar or common sense.
    In urban culture, the term 'bobo' refers to a bourgeois-bohemian person.
    Dans la culture urbaine, le terme 'bobo' désigne une personne bourgeoise-bohème.
    Slang for talking about a word or phrase in general.
    In slang, saying 'it's a term' can mean that it's a trendy word.
    En argot, dire 'c'est un terme' peut signifier que c'est un mot à la mode.