Definition

In a way that shares the same boundaries or limits with something else.

Example

The two projects were developed coterminously, ensuring they complemented each other perfectly.

Conversation

Did you notice how the two events are scheduled to happen coterminously?

Yeah, it's a bit inconvenient for those of us who want to attend both.

I wonder if they'll change one of the dates since they're so close together.

Hopefully! It would be nice if they could work it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Coterminously → It is formed from "co-" (meaning together) and "terminus" (from Latin, meaning boundary or limit) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word describes two or more things that share the same boundary or limit, occurring together in time or space.

Memory Tip

Think of things that are 'together' ('co-') at the same 'boundary' ('terminus') — that's why coterminously means occurring at the same limits.

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