B1nounlanguageeducation
US/tɜːrm/
UK/tɜːm/
a word for a particular thing; also a fixed period of time, like part of a school year
In context
'Cloud computing' is a term that many older people don't understand.
The final exams are at the end of the spring term.
The president can serve only two terms in office.
Words that go with term
noun + preposition
- in terms ofIn terms of price, this phone is the best choice.
- term of officeThe mayor's term of office ends next year.
- end of termWe have a party at the end of term.
adjective + noun
- in the long termLearning to cook will save you money in the long term.
- technical termThe doctor used a technical term that I had to look up.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
In term of quality, this is better.Correct: In terms of quality, this is better.