A term is a special word we use to name something in a subject, like 'photosynthesis' in biology. We use terms to talk about ideas clearly.
This term means a small part of math.
Use this term in science class.
A term can mean a set time for classes at school or university. For example, a school term may last three months.
The school term ends in June.
We study hard during the term.
In medicine, a term is a special word used to talk about health topics. Doctors need these terms to explain problems.
Doctors use many medical terms.
She explained the medical terms well.
In pregnancy, 'term' means the time when a baby is ready to be born. Usually, this is about nine months after pregnancy starts.
The baby was born at full term.
She is close to her term date.
As a verb, to term means to use a word or name for something. People do this to explain or describe clearly.
We term this idea as a concept.
Scientists term it a new discovery.
Term can also mean to limit or define something with rules or borders. This helps people understand its exact meaning.
We term the area by clear boundaries.
The law terms how you can act.
