Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

termini

noun

/ˈtɜːrmɪnaɪ/

Definition

The plural form of the word ‘terminus’, which refers to the end point or final destination of a transportation route, or a boundary in geography, linguistics, or philosophy.

Examples

The termini of the subway line are located in the downtown area.
In linguistics, the termini of a language can refer to its syntactic and semantic boundaries.
The bus service ends at its termini, ensuring all passengers reach their destinations.

Meaning

Termini can refer to the point of arrival in a journey (such as a train or bus route), or can denote the designated limits or boundaries within various disciplines.