Termos (en. Thermos)

ˈtɛr.moʊs

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A container used for storing beverages at a certain temperature, whether hot or cold.
He brought a thermos of coffee to his picnic.
Nagdala siya ng termos ng kape sa kanyang piknik.
Typically made from insulated material that preserves the heat or cold of its contents.
The thermos is made from titanium to better suit hot beverages.
Ang termos ay gawa sa titaniyum upang mas angkop sa mga maiinit na inumin.
Often used by people while traveling to keep their drinks intact.
He needed to buy a new thermos because his old one leaked.
Kailangan niyang bumili ng bagong termos dahil ang kanyang dati ay tumagas.

Etymology

Derived from the Portuguese word 'termo' meaning 'term' or 'separator.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

has a thermos
Carries a thermos for drinks.
may termos

Related Words

beverage
Liquids that we can drink.
inumin
insulated
A material that provides protection against heat or cold.
insulated

Slang Meanings

Having a special connection or intimacy.
They're really something, their relationship is so termos!
Sila na talaga, sobrang termos na ng relasyon nila!
A heated discussion or situation with some tension.
Oh no, the conversation is termos, it seems like they're not agreeing more.
Naku, termos na ang usapan, parang lalong di nagkakasundo.
Pairing or sequence of things that are hard to separate.
The termos of his clothes and shoes, they’re always together!
Ang termos ng damit at sapatos niya, laging magkasama!