terminus
|ter-mi-nus|
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/ˈtɜːrmɪnəs/
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/ˈtɜːmɪnəs/
end point
Etymology
Etymology Information
'terminus' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'terminus', where 'terminus' meant 'end' or 'boundary'.
Historical Evolution
'terminus' has remained largely unchanged from its Latin origins, maintaining its meaning of 'end' or 'boundary'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'end' or 'boundary', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35