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terminus

 

[ ˈtɜːrmɪnəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

transportation

Terminus refers to the final station or destination of a transportation route, such as a train or bus line. It is the point at which the journey ends and passengers disembark.

Synonyms

destination, end point, final stop

Examples of usage

  • The train pulled into the terminus, bringing an end to our long journey.
  • The bus terminus was bustling with commuters rushing to catch their rides home.
Context #2 | Noun

architecture

In architecture, terminus is used to describe a sculptural element that marks the formal end of a street, garden path, or vista. It serves as a decorative or symbolic feature at the end of a visual axis.

Synonyms

boundary sculpture, culmination piece, endpoint marker

Examples of usage

  • The terminus at the end of the garden path was adorned with intricate carvings.
  • The street terminated in a grand terminus featuring a statue of a historical figure.

Translations

Translations of the word "terminus" in other languages:

🇵🇹 término

🇮🇳 अंत

🇩🇪 Ende

🇮🇩 akhir

🇺🇦 завершення

🇵🇱 koniec

🇯🇵 終点

🇫🇷 terminus

🇪🇸 término

🇹🇷 son

🇰🇷 종점

🇸🇦 نهاية

🇨🇿 konec

🇸🇰 koniec

🇨🇳 终点

🇸🇮 konec

🇮🇸 endir

🇰🇿 соңғы нүкте

🇬🇪 დასასრული

🇦🇿 son

🇲🇽 término

Etymology

The word 'terminus' originates from Latin, where it means 'boundary' or 'end'. It has been used in various contexts throughout history, including transportation and architecture. The concept of a terminus has been essential in organizing and defining spaces, routes, and journeys.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,528, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.