terms

British  

/ tɜːmz /

plural noun

1. (usually specified prenominally) the actual language or mode of presentation used

   he described the project in loose terms

2. conditions of an agreement

   you work here on our terms

3. a sum of money paid for a service or credit; charges

4. (usually preceded by on) mutual relationship or standing

   they are on affectionate terms

5. as expressed by; regarding

   in terms of money he was no better off

6. to reach acceptance or agreement

   to come to terms with one's failings

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terms Idioms  

1. see bring to terms; come to terms with; contradiction in terms; in no uncertain terms; in terms of; on good terms; on speaking terms.

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Example Sentences

The 72-year-old has had a lengthy career in politics and community organising in LA, serving six terms in Congress representing parts of Los Angeles.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

This has led to widespread confusion about what these terms actually mean.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

“In terms of what we would consider to be private equity, it is fair to say that we are sort of at a high point,” Zawacki said, adding that he expects more growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

“Softball just has had its ups and downs in terms of creating a solid foundation,” Ng said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

They each served prison terms of various lengths.

From "Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti