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Meaning of the word term in English

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term

US /tɝːm/
UK /tɝːm/
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Noun

1.

a word or phrase used to describe a thing or to express a concept, especially in a particular kind of language or area of study

Example:
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The legal term 'habeas corpus' is often misunderstood.
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She used a technical term that I didn't understand.
Synonym:
wordexpressionphrasenamedesignation
2.

a fixed or limited period for which something lasts or is intended to last

Example:
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The president's second term ends next year.
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The contract has a term of five years.
Synonym:
perioddurationspellstretchtime
3.

the conditions or arrangements that are part of an agreement, deal, or contract

Example:
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We need to agree on the terms of the deal.
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The company offers flexible payment terms.
Synonym:
conditionsstipulationsprovisionsclausesrequirements

Verb

1.

to give a name to; call

Example:
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He termed the new policy a 'disaster'.
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The critics termed the play a masterpiece.
Synonym:
callnamedesignatelabeldescribe
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