terminology
Americannoun
plural
terminologies-
the system of terms belonging or peculiar to a science, art, or specialized subject; nomenclature.
the terminology of botany.
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the science of terms, as in particular sciences or arts.
noun
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the body of specialized words relating to a particular subject
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the study of terms
Other Word Forms
- terminological adjective
- terminologically adverb
- terminologist noun
Etymology
Origin of terminology
1795–1805; < Medieval Latin termin ( us ) term + -o- + -logy
Example Sentences
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They are ready and I’m loving it and they’re so hip to the game and they know the terminology so I just loved it, man.”
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026
Mr. Tallent mixes climbing terminology with poetic embellishments to evoke the sport’s risks and triumphs.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026
It can help people clarify basic medical terminology.
From Salon • Jan. 20, 2026
There is a slight confusion with your legal terminology.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 15, 2026
In Eugene Maleska crossword terminology, he's braw and pulchritudinous, while Will Shortz, current puzzle editor for The New York Times, might define him as a "wower," the clue being "Turns heads, in a way."
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
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