term

1 of 2

noun

ˈtərm

: a word or expression that has a precise meaning in some uses or is peculiar to a science, art, profession, or subject

legal terms

terms plural : expression of a specified kind

described in glowing terms

: a limited or definite extent of time

especially : the time for which something lasts : duration, tenure

term of office

lost money in the short term

: the whole period for which an estate is granted

also : the estate or interest held by one for a term

: the time during which a court is in session

: division in a school year during which instruction is regularly given to students

terms plural : provisions that determine the nature and scope of an agreement : conditions

terms of sale

liberal credit terms

terms plural

: mutual relationship : footing

on good terms

: agreement, concord

come to terms after extensive negotiations

: a state of acceptance or understanding

came to terms with the failure of his marriage

: the time at which a pregnancy of normal length terminates

had her baby at full term

: end, termination

also : a point in time assigned to something (such as a payment)

: a unitary or compound expression connected with another by a plus or minus sign

: an element of a fraction or proportion or of a series or sequence

: any of the three substantive elements of a syllogism

: a quadrangular pillar often tapering downward and adorned on the top with the figure of a head or the upper part of the body

term

2 of 2

verb

termed; terming; terms

transitive verb

: to apply a term to : call, name

Example Sentences

Noun “I had the feeling that I had been there before.” “The term for that is ‘déjà vu.’” That's an outdated term that no one uses anymore. He spoke about them in glowing terms. The law had been understood in broad terms. The governor will run for a second term. He is currently serving his third term in the U.S. Senate. He was sentenced to a ten-year term in the state penitentiary. The term of the contract is 60 months. His grades have improved since last term. English 122 is not offered this term. Verb They termed the structure a “double helix.” The project was termed a success. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Even the low end of the near-term target would be a record high for the satellite-service provider, representing a gain of 44% above the annual revenue Globalstar has averaged for the past three years.

Dan Gallagher, WSJ, 9 Sep. 2022 The first arc takes place in our near-term future and is centered on a young woman named Flynne.

Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 8 Sep. 2022 That set off alarms because Elorza is term-limited and is not running for any office this year.

BostonGlobe.com, 7 Sep. 2022 Yet their ability to influence the dollar’s strength is limited, meaning there’s little prospect for near-term relief.

Enda Curran, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2022 Oregon expects to have around 150,000 doses on hand in the near future, enough to meet near-term demand, state officials said.

oregonlive, 7 Sep. 2022 Hogan, who is term-limited and cannot run for re-election in blue state Maryland, has been crisscrossing the country in recent months on behalf of fellow Republicans on the ballot in November.

Paul Steinhauser, Fox News, 4 Sep. 2022 McKinlay, who also voted in favor of postponement, is term-limited.

Wells Dusenbury, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2022 Robinson suggests setting aside 10% of your annual income for near-term expenses.

Sean Mcdonnell, cleveland, 31 Aug. 2022

Verb

China has refused to criticize Moscow’s aggression or even term it an invasion, while condemning Western sanctions against Russia and accusing the U.S. and NATO of provoking the conflict.

Mark Schiefelbein, The Christian Science Monitor, 8 July 2022 Beijing has so far declined to criticize Russia or even to term its actions in Ukraine an invasion, expressing sympathy with the security concerns Moscow has cited as among the reasons for the military assault.

Alex Leary And Lingling Wei, WSJ, 18 Mar. 2022 As laid out in a TIME examination of the case, their common account has since been contradicted by forensic evidence gathered by Franklin’s family, who term his death an assassination.

Karl Vick, Time, 7 Oct. 2021 In those critical pre-landfall hours, the storm underwent a process that scientists term rapid intensification — and this is where warming temperatures plays a pivotal role in generating more powerful hurricanes.

chicagotribune.com, 31 Aug. 2021 To put it mildly, this is not a great way to embark on the road towards a ‘new world order’ as many politicians now term it, or the building of the post COVID economy.

Mike O'sullivan, Forbes, 29 May 2021 Vogel said James came out of Monday's practice fine and would not term Tuesday's absence as precautionary.

Joe Reedy, Star Tribune, 11 May 2021 It’s that experienced depth that has caused head coach Kane Wommack to term the defensive line the leaders of the South Alabama defense.

Creg Stephenson | Cstephenson@al.com, al, 9 Apr. 2021 The Lions are in a state of rebuild, no matter how Holmes wants to term it, and the only way to do that properly is to tear the organization down to its studs.

Dave Birkett, Detroit Free Press, 24 Jan. 2021 See More

Kids Definition

term 1 of 2

noun

ˈtərm

: a word or expression that has an exact meaning in some uses or is limited to a subject or field

legal terms

: a period of time fixed especially by law or custom

a school term

terms plural : conditions that limit the nature and scope of something (as a treaty or a will)

the terms of a contract

terms plural : relationship between people

I'm on good terms with the neighbors.

: any one of the numbers in a series

: the numerator or denominator of a fraction

term

2 of 2

verb

termed; terming

: to call by a particular name

"… it pleases him to be termed Emperor rather than King."

L. Frank Baum, The Marvelous Land of Oz

单词	terming
释义	term 1 of 2 noun ˈtərm 1 a : a word or expression that has a precise meaning in some uses or is peculiar to a science, art, profession, or subject legal terms b terms plural : expression of a specified kind described in glowing terms 2 a : a limited or definite extent of time especially : the time for which something lasts : duration, tenure term of office lost money in the short term b : the whole period for which an estate is granted also : the estate or interest held by one for a term c : the time during which a court is in session 3 : division in a school year during which instruction is regularly given to students 4 terms plural : provisions that determine the nature and scope of an agreement : conditions terms of sale liberal credit terms 5 terms plural a : mutual relationship : footing on good terms b : agreement, concord come to terms after extensive negotiations c : a state of acceptance or understanding came to terms with the failure of his marriage 6 a : the time at which a pregnancy of normal length terminates had her baby at full term b : end, termination also : a point in time assigned to something (such as a payment) 7 a : a unitary or compound expression connected with another by a plus or minus sign b : an element of a fraction or proportion or of a series or sequence 8 : any of the three substantive elements of a syllogism 9 : a quadrangular pillar often tapering downward and adorned on the top with the figure of a head or the upper part of the body term 2 of 2 verb termed; terming; terms transitive verb : to apply a term to : call, name Phrases in terms of : with respect to or in relation to thinks of everything in terms of money on one's own terms : in accordance with one's wishes : in one's own way prefers to live on his own terms Synonyms Noun hitch stint tenure tour Verb baptize call christen clepe [archaic] denominate designate dub entitle label name nominate style title See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Noun “I had the feeling that I had been there before.” “The term for that is ‘déjà vu.’” That's an outdated term that no one uses anymore. He spoke about them in glowing terms. The law had been understood in broad terms. The governor will run for a second term. He is currently serving his third term in the U.S. Senate. He was sentenced to a ten-year term in the state penitentiary. The term of the contract is 60 months. His grades have improved since last term. English 122 is not offered this term. Verb They termed the structure a “double helix.” The project was termed a success. See More Recent Examples on the Web Noun Even the low end of the near-term target would be a record high for the satellite-service provider, representing a gain of 44% above the annual revenue Globalstar has averaged for the past three years. Dan Gallagher, WSJ, 9 Sep. 2022 The first arc takes place in our near-term future and is centered on a young woman named Flynne. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 8 Sep. 2022 That set off alarms because Elorza is term-limited and is not running for any office this year. BostonGlobe.com, 7 Sep. 2022 Yet their ability to influence the dollar’s strength is limited, meaning there’s little prospect for near-term relief. Enda Curran, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2022 Oregon expects to have around 150,000 doses on hand in the near future, enough to meet near-term demand, state officials said. oregonlive, 7 Sep. 2022 Hogan, who is term-limited and cannot run for re-election in blue state Maryland, has been crisscrossing the country in recent months on behalf of fellow Republicans on the ballot in November. Paul Steinhauser, Fox News, 4 Sep. 2022 McKinlay, who also voted in favor of postponement, is term-limited. Wells Dusenbury, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2022 Robinson suggests setting aside 10% of your annual income for near-term expenses. Sean Mcdonnell, cleveland, 31 Aug. 2022 Verb China has refused to criticize Moscow’s aggression or even term it an invasion, while condemning Western sanctions against Russia and accusing the U.S. and NATO of provoking the conflict. Mark Schiefelbein, The Christian Science Monitor, 8 July 2022 Beijing has so far declined to criticize Russia or even to term its actions in Ukraine an invasion, expressing sympathy with the security concerns Moscow has cited as among the reasons for the military assault. Alex Leary And Lingling Wei, WSJ, 18 Mar. 2022 As laid out in a TIME examination of the case, their common account has since been contradicted by forensic evidence gathered by Franklin’s family, who term his death an assassination. Karl Vick, Time, 7 Oct. 2021 In those critical pre-landfall hours, the storm underwent a process that scientists term rapid intensification — and this is where warming temperatures plays a pivotal role in generating more powerful hurricanes. chicagotribune.com, 31 Aug. 2021 To put it mildly, this is not a great way to embark on the road towards a ‘new world order’ as many politicians now term it, or the building of the post COVID economy. Mike O'sullivan, Forbes, 29 May 2021 Vogel said James came out of Monday's practice fine and would not term Tuesday's absence as precautionary. Joe Reedy, Star Tribune, 11 May 2021 It’s that experienced depth that has caused head coach Kane Wommack to term the defensive line the leaders of the South Alabama defense. Creg Stephenson \| Cstephenson@al.com, al, 9 Apr. 2021 The Lions are in a state of rebuild, no matter how Holmes wants to term it, and the only way to do that properly is to tear the organization down to its studs. Dave Birkett, Detroit Free Press, 24 Jan. 2021 See More Word History Etymology Noun Middle English terme, from Anglo-French, from Latin terminus boundary marker, limit; akin to Greek termōn boundary, end, Sanskrit tarman top of a post First Known Use Noun 13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 6b Verb 1545, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing term form/term of address long-term middle term long-term memory short-term memory short-term term insurance term of/in office term of art term of affection term of opprobrium the long term term time the short term to term term paper medium-term long-term potentiation major term term limit minor term full-term in the short term in the long term over the short term over the long term See More form/term of address long-term middle term long-term memory short-term memory short-term term insurance term of/in office term of art term of affection term of opprobrium the long term term time the short term to term term paper medium-term long-term potentiation major term term limit minor term full-term in the short term in the long term over the short term over the long term See More Kids Definition term 1 of 2 noun ˈtərm 1 : a word or expression that has an exact meaning in some uses or is limited to a subject or field legal terms 2 : a period of time fixed especially by law or custom a school term 3 terms plural : conditions that limit the nature and scope of something (as a treaty or a will) the terms of a contract 4 terms plural : relationship between people I'm on good terms with the neighbors. 5 : any one of the numbers in a series 6 : the numerator or denominator of a fraction term 2 of 2 verb termed; terming : to call by a particular name "… it pleases him to be termed Emperor rather than King." L. Frank Baum, The Marvelous Land of Oz Medical Definition term 1 of 2 noun ˈtərm : the time at which a pregnancy of normal length terminates had her baby at full term term 2 of 2 adjective : carried to, occurring at, or associated with full term a term infant term births Legal Definition term noun often attributive 1 : a specified period of time the policy term 2 : the whole period for which an estate is granted also : the estate itself 3 a : the period in which the powers of a court may be validly exercised b : session 4 : a word, phrase, or provision of import especially in determining the nature and scope of an agreement —usually used in pl. the terms of the contract terming verb present participle of term as in naming to give a name to the armed forces began a rescue mission termed Operation In and Out Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance naming calling dubbing labeling designating nominating nicknaming labelling entitling titling denominating baptizing styling specifying denoting stigmatizing christening baptising cleping renaming tagging branding misnaming rechristening relabeling miscalling relabelling mistitling code-naming surnaming
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