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term a word or phrase that names something, esp. in a particular field. [7 definitions]
terminal of, relating to, located at, or forming the end, limit, or boundary of something. [11 definitions]
terminate to bring to an end; put a stop to. [6 definitions]
termite any of various light-colored, soft-bodied, somewhat antlike, and mainly tropical insects that feed on wood and thus may destroy wooden structures, trees, and the like.
terrace a constructed horizontal surface, usu. roofless, that is exterior to a house or other building. [6 definitions]
terrain the natural surface features of a tract of land, esp. considered in relation to some use or activity.
terrapin an edible North American turtle that lives in fresh or somewhat salty water.
terrarium a closed container, usu. of glass, in which small plants such as mosses are grown or small animals such as lizards are kept. (Cf. aquarium.)
terrestrial of or relating to the earth or its inhabitants. [5 definitions]
terrible creating terror, fear, or horror. [3 definitions]
terrier a small energetic dog originally bred to drive animals from their holes or burrows.
terrific extraordinary in degree; great. [3 definitions]
terrify to fill with great fear or terror.
territory an area or region of land. [5 definitions]
terror overwhelming fear. [4 definitions]
terrorism the use of violence, torture, or physical intimidation by a group or organization as a means of forcing others to satisfy its demands.
terrorize to intimidate or coerce with threats or acts of violence. [2 definitions]
test1 a means of trial or of measuring the quality or presence of something. [7 definitions]
testament a statement expressing belief or conviction; credo. [3 definitions]
testimony the evidence presented under oath in a court of law. [3 definitions]
testing the act or practice of administering or undergoing a test or tests.