Meaning & Definition of Terminus in English
English⟶
Terminus
/tərmɪnəs/
noun
1. A place where something ends or is complete
synonym:
- end point,
- endpoint,
- termination,
- terminus
2. The ultimate goal for which something is done
synonym:
- destination,
- terminus
3. (architecture) a statue or a human bust or an animal carved out of the top of a square pillar
- Originally used as a boundary marker in ancient rome
synonym:
- terminus,
- terminal figure,
- term
4. Either end of a railroad or bus route
synonym:
- terminus
5. Station where transport vehicles load or unload passengers or goods
synonym:
- terminal,
- terminus,
- depot