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terminus

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈtɜːrmɪnəs/

KK: /ˈtɜːrmɪnəs/

noun
Definition

A place where something ends or a final point, often used to refer to the end of a transportation route or a boundary marker.


Example

The train arrived at its terminus after a long journey.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever been to the terminus of that train line?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's such a cool spot to explore!
Sloth A
I heard there's a nice park right near the terminus.
Sloth B
Absolutely, we should plan a trip there this weekend!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
endpoint
destination
terminus
Antonyms
beginning
origin
start
Root Explanation

**Terminus** → It is derived from the Latin word "terminus" (meaning boundary or limit). The word refers to a point that marks the end or limit of something, such as a boundary or destination.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'boundary' or 'limit' when you hear 'terminus' — it helps you remember that it refers to an endpoint.

Visually Confused Words
tergeminous
coterminous
verminous
torminous
tertius
serinus
ermines
conterminous
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