Term (Noun)
Meaning 1
A word or expression used for some particular thing; "he learned many medical terms".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- She studied computer programming terms to improve her coding skills.
- The architect explained various technical terms to the construction team.
- Learning the correct botanical terms for each plant species is crucial.
- In culinary school, they were taught French terms used in professional kitchens.
- He became familiar with local dialect terms while living abroad.
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Meaning 2
Any distinct quantity contained in a polynomial; "the general term of an algebraic equation of the n-th degree".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The general term of a polynomial sequence is often denoted by an expression involving a variable raised to a power that depends on the index of the term.
- This formula represents the general term of the given algebraic equation of the n-th degree.
- In a polynomial equation, each term is separated by either a plus or minus sign.
- The expansion of a binomial raised to a power involves multiple terms, each of which is a distinct quantity contained in the resulting polynomial.
- To find the specific value of the general term of this polynomial equation, we can substitute a value for the index and simplify the result.
Meaning 3
A limited period of time; "a prison term"; "he left school before the end of term".
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- She will be serving a five-year prison term for her involvement in the crime.
- The politician served two consecutive terms in office before announcing her retirement.
- The university year consists of three academic terms and a long summer break.
- His college career was marked by illness, which cut his second term short.
- He fell ill at the start of term and struggled to keep up with the coursework throughout the year.
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Meaning 4
One of the substantive phrases in a logical proposition; "the major term of a syllogism must occur twice".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- In this argument, the major term appears twice to complete the syllogism.
- A middle term must be shared between the premises of the logical proposition.
- For a syllogism to be valid, each of its three terms must meet certain requirements.
- This predicate serves as the major term of the given proposition and needs further evaluation.
- Understanding the logical connection between terms helps construct and resolve an argument effectively.
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Meaning 5
(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.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The ancient Romans used terms as boundary markers to define the edges of their territories and properties.
- A term in the form of a lion's head was discovered during the excavation of the ancient Roman ruins.
- The Greek revival-style house featured a tall square pillar crowned with a term of a goddess.
- The architect specified that the entrance should be flanked by a pair of terms in the form of Greek gods.
- The garden path was lined with a series of terms, each one depicting a different type of animal.
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Meaning 6
(usually plural) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement; "the contract set out the conditions of the lease"; "the terms of the treaty were generous".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Usages
Examples
- The rental agreement included terms requiring a minimum six-month stay.
- They disagreed over the terms of the merger, with both sides making concessions.
- Each insurance policy has its own specific terms and conditions for filing claims.
- Negotiators from both countries worked tirelessly to resolve the terms of the treaty.
- Before signing, carefully review the loan terms to ensure they meet your financial needs.
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Meaning 7
The end of gestation or point at which birth is imminent; "a healthy baby born at full term".
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- The doctor confirmed that the baby was at full term and could be born at any moment.
- A preterm birth is one that occurs before the 37th week of gestation, while full term is between 37 and 42 weeks.
- Women who give birth at full term tend to have healthier babies with fewer complications.
- The expectant mother was relieved to have reached full term after a long and challenging pregnancy.
- Babies born before 37 weeks of gestation are considered preterm, while those born after 42 weeks are considered post-term.