Terming: meaning, definitions and examples

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terming

 

[ หˆtษœr.mษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

legal language

Terming refers to the act of specifying, defining, or designating a particular term in a legal or formal context. This process often involves clarifying the meaning of a term to ensure precision and reduce ambiguity in documents or discussions. It is commonly used in legal contracts, academic writing, and formal speeches to establish clear definitions that guide understanding and interpretation. By terming concepts effectively, individuals can communicate more accurately and avoid misunderstandings.

Synonyms

defining, designating, labeling, specifying.

Examples of usage

  • The lawyer was careful in terming the conditions of the settlement.
  • In her speech, she emphasized terming the scientific concepts clearly.
  • The contract included a section for terming the definitions that were used.
  • Terming the implications of the law was crucial for the audience's understanding.

Translations

Translations of the word "terming" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น termo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคฌเฅเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Begriff

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ istilah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะตั€ะผั–ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ termin

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็”จ่ชž

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท terme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tรฉrmino

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท terim

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์šฉ์–ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุตุทู„ุญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ termรญn

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ termรญn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœฏ่ฏญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pojem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hugtak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะตั€ะผะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ”แƒ แƒ›แƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ termin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tรฉrmino

Etymology

The term 'terming' originates from the base word 'term', which has its roots in Latin through Old French. The Latin term 'terminus' means 'boundary, limit' or 'end', referring to a fixed point in legal or conceptual contexts. As language evolved, 'term' began to encompass a broader definition, including the concept of designation or specification. The suffix '-ing' denotes the action or process related to the root verb, thus forming 'terming'. This evolution mirrors the increasing need for precision in language, especially in legal, academic, and technical fields where ambiguity can lead to misinterpretation. 'Terming' has thus become an essential action in formal discussions, ensuring that all parties have a shared understanding of the terms being used.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,425 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.