Meaning & use
term
A word or phrase with a specific meaning, especially within a particular subject or field.
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The textbook defines every technical term in a glossary at the back.
In legal writing, precise terms help avoid confusion between similar concepts.
A note on using this word
Also used in the plural, 'terms,' to mean the conditions of an agreement.
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A fixed period of time during which something happens, such as a school term or a term of office.
The president is elected for a term of four years.
3. noun
The conditions of an agreement, especially in a contract.
Both companies finally agreed on the terms of the merger.
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