terminal
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British pronunciation
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Definition & Meaning of "terminal"in English

Terminal
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a building where trains, buses, planes, or ships start or finish their journey

terminal definition and meaning

What is a "terminal"?

A terminal is a place where transportation vehicles, such as buses, trains, or planes, arrive and depart. It is typically a large building or facility designed to handle passengers and provide services like waiting areas, ticket counters, and luggage handling. Terminals are often found at the beginning or end of travel routes, such as at airports, bus stations, or train stations. They serve as key locations for passengers to board, disembark, and transfer between different modes of transport, ensuring smooth travel connections.

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She arrived at the bus terminal just in time to catch her ride.
02

a point of connection on an electrical device where current enters or leaves

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The battery has two terminals: positive and negative.
03

an electronic device that provides access to a computer, typically with a keyboard and display

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The library has several computer terminals for public use.
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the end or extremity of something with measurable length

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The rod 's terminals were capped with protective covers.
terminal
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causing a conclusion or being the final element in a series or process

terminal definition and meaning
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Retirement marked the terminal conclusion of a long professional career.
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(of an illness) having no cure and gradually leading to death

terminal definition and meaning
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Mary 's grandmother was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer and was placed in hospice care.
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referring to the physical location or position of something at an end point

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The hikers reached the terminal point of the trail, where they were rewarded with a breathtaking view of the mountains.
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relating to or occurring within a fixed term or period of time

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The contract includes terminal clauses for early termination.
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situated at the ends of a delivery route or line of transport

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Terminal stops on the bus route include the city center and airport.
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