terms

US /tɜrmz/
UK /tɜrmz/
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1.

条款, 条件

conditions under which an agreement is made

:
We agreed to the terms of the contract.
我们同意了合同的条款
The terms of the loan were very favorable.
贷款的条款非常有利。
2.

词语, 术语

words or phrases used to express a concept

:
Can you explain that in simpler terms?
你能用更简单的词语解释一下吗?
He spoke in very general terms about the plan.
他用非常笼统的词语谈论这个计划。
3.

学期, 任期, 期间

a period of time for which something lasts

:
The school year is divided into three terms.
学年分为三个学期
He served two terms in office.
他连任了两