term
//tɜːrm//
Noun
termSingular
termsPlural
1
A word or phrase used to describe a thing or to express a concept, especially in a particular kind of language or branch of study.
Medical terms can be difficult to understand.
2
A fixed or limited period for which something lasts or is intended to last.
The president's term of office is four years.
3
Conditions under which an action may be undertaken or agreement reached; stipulated or agreed-upon requirements.
We agreed to the terms of the contract.
4
Each of the periods in the year, alternating with holiday or vacation, during which instruction is given in a school, college, or university.
The spring term starts in January.
Verb
1
To give a descriptive name to; to call by a particular term.
This behavior is termed aggressive by psychologists.