term |
a word or phrase for something that might be known only by people who have a particular job, interest, or hobby. [6 definitions] |
terminal |
found at or forming the end of something. [5 definitions] |
terminate |
to bring to an end; put a stop to. [2 definitions] |
termite |
an insect that eats wood. Termites have pale, soft bodies and look somewhat like ants. They live in large groups in warmer parts of the world. They can destroy trees, buildings, and other things made out of wood. |
terrace |
a flat, paved surface outside of a house or other building; patio. [3 definitions] |
terrain |
land or ground, or the natural characteristics of its surface. |
terrapin |
a turtle that lives in fresh or somewhat salty water. It is found in North America and can be eaten as food. |
terrarium |
a closed container for growing small plants or keeping small animals. A terrarium is usually made of clear glass or plastic. |
terrestrial |
of or relating to the planet Earth. [2 definitions] |
terrible |
causing fear, terror, or horror. [3 definitions] |
terrier |
any of several breeds of dogs. Terriers are small, lively dogs that were originally bred to drive animals from their holes. |
terrific |
much greater than the ordinary or usual. [3 definitions] |
terrify |
to fill with great fear or terror; scare. |
territory |
an area or region of land. [4 definitions] |
terror |
very great fear. [2 definitions] |
terrorism |
the use of violence or fear by a political group as a way of forcing others to meet its demands. |
terrorize |
to control by using threats or acts of violence. [2 definitions] |
test1 |
a trial to find out what something is, what it is made up of, or how good it is. [3 definitions] |
testament |
(capitalized) one of the two main parts of the Bible, the Old Testament or the New Testament. |
testimony |
a statement made under oath before a judge in a court of law. [2 definitions] |
testing |
the act or practice of carrying out or taking part in a test or tests. |