Meaning of the word "term insurance" in English

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term insurance

US /ˈtɜːrm ɪnˌʃʊr.əns/
UK /ˈtɜːrm ɪnˌʃʊr.əns/
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Noun

1.

a type of life insurance that provides coverage for a specific period of time, or a 'term,' with no cash value accumulation

Example:
Many young families choose term insurance for its affordability.
Unlike whole life, term insurance does not build cash value.
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