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terminus the end or final point of something. [4 definitions]
terminus ad quem (Latin) a destination, limit, final point, or the like.
terminus a quo (Latin) a starting point, beginning, origination, or the like.
termite any of various light-colored, soft-bodied, somewhat antlike, and mainly tropical insects that feed on wood and thus may destroy wooden structures, trees, and the like.
termless combined form of term.
term paper a long essay or report required of a high school or college student at the end of a term or semester.
tern any of various aquatic birds similar and related to gulls but smaller and slenderer, usu. having a black cap and a long forked tail.
ternary involving, consisting of, or arranged in three or threes. [5 definitions]
ternate consisting of three. [3 definitions]
terpeneless combined form of terpene.
terpsichorean of or relating to dancing. [2 definitions]
terr. abbreviation of "territory."
terra firma land that is firm or dry; solid earth.
terra incognita (Latin) an unexplored land or subject.