terminator

[ˈtɜːmɪneɪtə(r)]

terminator Definition

• 1. a person or thing that terminates something
• 2. a heavy vehicle or machine used for demolishing or removing buildings

Using terminator: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "terminator" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The terminator of the contract was due to a breach of terms.

• Example

  The building was demolished by a terminator.

• Example

  The terminator of the virus was found to be a new vaccine.

terminator Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for terminator

• destroyer
• annihilator
• exterminator
• wrecker
• demolisher

Antonyms for terminator

• creator
• builder

Phrases with terminator

• the Terminator

  a fictional cyborg assassin from the movie franchise of the same name

  Example

  Arnold Schwarzenegger played the role of the Terminator in the first two movies of the series.

• terminate with extreme prejudice

  to kill someone without hesitation or mercy

  Example

  The military unit was ordered to terminate the enemy soldiers with extreme prejudice.

• terminate a pregnancy

  to end a pregnancy intentionally, usually by medical means

  Example

  She decided to terminate her pregnancy due to health complications.

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Summary: terminator in Brief

A 'terminator' [ˈtɜːmɪneɪtə(r)] is a person or thing that brings an end to something. It can refer to a heavy vehicle or machine used for demolishing or removing buildings, as well as to a person who terminates a contract or agreement. The phrase 'terminate with extreme prejudice' means to kill someone without hesitation or mercy.