terminator Definition
- 1a person or thing that terminates something
- 2a 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.
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The building was demolished by a terminator.
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The terminator of the virus was found to be a new vaccine.
terminator Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for terminator
- destroyer
- annihilator
- exterminator
- wrecker
- demolisher
Phrases with 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.
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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.
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.
