terminus
ter
ˈtɜ:
mi
mi
nus
nəs
nēs
verminousconterminous
termini

Definition & Meaning of "terminus"in English

Terminus
01

the last stop of a transportation line or route 

terminus definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
termini

What is a "terminus"?

A terminus is the final stop or end point of a bus, train, or other public transportation route. It is where the vehicle completes its journey before starting the return trip or ending its service for the day. A terminus is typically a larger, more organized station or stop, providing facilities for passengers to board or disembark. It may also offer connections to other routes, making it a key point for travelers looking to transfer to different modes of transportation.

Examples
Passengers disembarked as the train reached its terminus. 
02

station where transport vehicles load or unload passengers or goods 

03

(architecture) a statue or a human bust or an animal carved out of the top of a square pillar; originally used as a boundary marker in ancient Rome 

04

the ultimate goal for which something is done 

05

a finishing point where activities, journeys, or processes end 

Examples
After years of studying, graduation day became the terminus of her academic journey. 
LanGeek
Download LanGeek app
langeek application

Download Mobile App

App Store