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to term
01
désigner, qualifier
to describe something using a specific word or phrase
Complex Transitive: to term a phenomenon or situation sth
Exemples
The linguist termed the language phenomenon code-switching to describe the alternating use of two languages in conversation.
Le linguiste a qualifié le phénomène linguistique de changement de code pour décrire l'utilisation alternée de deux langues dans une conversation.
The medical community terms the condition chronic fatigue syndrome.
La communauté médicale qualifie cette condition de syndrome de fatigue chronique.
Term
01
fin
the end of a specific period of time, particularly one that is expected to last
02
terme, mot
a single word or group of words used to name or define something
Exemples
The term " photosynthesis " refers to a biological process.
Le terme « photosynthèse » désigne un processus biologique.
She learned a new medical term in her class.
Elle a appris un nouveau terme médical dans son cours.
03
trimestre, semestre
one of the three periods in the academic year during which multiple classes are held in schools, universities, etc.
Dialect
British
British
Exemples
The new term starts next Monday.
Le nouveau trimestre commence lundi prochain.
She completed her assignments before the term ended.
Elle a terminé ses devoirs avant que le trimestre ne se termine.
04
terme, condition
(usually plural) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement
05
terme, élément
a single number, variable, or the product of numbers and variables in an expression or equation, separated by addition or subtraction operators
Exemples
Combining like terms in an algebraic expression simplifies it.
Combiner des termes similaires dans une expression algébrique la simplifie.
Each term in the sequence follows a specific pattern.
Chaque terme dans la séquence suit un modèle spécifique.
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terme, mot
one of the substantive phrases in a logical proposition
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terme, cariatide
a decorative column or pilaster that typically features a human or animal head or bust at the top, often used to support an entablature or other architectural elements
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terme, terme de grossesse
the end of gestation or point at which birth is imminent
