1. a word or phrase used to describe something
2. a fixed period of time
3. one of the periods into which a school year is divided

1. to call something by a particular name or description

Examples

• The scientific term for table salt is sodium chloride.
• The president serves a four-year term in office.
• Students must register for classes before the fall term begins.
• We need to agree on the terms of the contract before signing.
• The behavior could be termed aggressive.
• She learned many new terms in her biology class.
• His term as mayor ends next year.
• The loan terms include a 5% interest rate.