A termite.

(mathematics) [of one variable or unit of measurement x which has a known relationship to another y] Using equivalent expressions in y in place of expressions in x; mapping x to y.

(archaic) In friendly relations with.

simple past tense and past participle of term out

A phrase or expression in which the component words contradict one another, often unintentionally, or are claimed to do so when seen from a particular point of view.

A term used to cover a broad category of things rather than a single specific item.

(idiomatic, of two or more parties, often with a prepositional phrase) to reach an agreement or settle a dispute.

of or pertaining to the near or immediate future. / of or pertaining to a short duration of time

Becoming evident after a relatively long time period. / Extending over a relatively long time period.

plural of abstract term