terminus Definition
- 1a final point in space or time; an end or extremity
- 2a station at the end of a railway line
- 3a bus or coach station
Using terminus: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "terminus" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The train journey ended at the terminus.
Example
The bus terminus is located near the city center.
Example
The terminus of the river is a popular spot for fishing.
terminus Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with terminus
Example
He was diagnosed with a terminal illness and given only a few months to live.
terminus ad quem
the final point or limit of something
Example
The terminus ad quem of the project is set for next month.
Example
The painting was created in the 18th century, but its terminus ante quem is uncertain.
Origins of terminus
from Latin 'terminus', meaning 'boundary, limit'
Summary: terminus in Brief
The term 'terminus' [ˈtɜːmɪnəs] refers to a final point in space or time, such as the end of a journey or a boundary. It can also denote a station at the end of a railway or bus line. Examples include 'The train journey ended at the terminus,' and 'The bus terminus is located near the city center.' The phrase 'terminal illness' refers to an incurable disease that will eventually lead to death.
