(category theory) An object within a category which receives arrows from all other objects in that category, and such that each of these arrows is unique.

plural of terminal velocity

(computing theory) A symbol in a formal grammar that can appear in sentences of the grammar.

Not terminal.

(computing theory) A non-terminal symbol in a formal grammar.

plural of non-terminal

(biochemistry) Describing the amino acid, at one end of a polypeptide or protein, that has a free amino group

plural of power of termination

(law) Where a grantor has created a fee simple subject to condition subsequent, and the condition of the grant has come to pass, the right of the grantor to physically reclaim ownership of the land.

(architecture) a statue with a head or bust carved out of the top of a square tapering pillar, originally used as a boundary marker in ancient Rome. / Terminus, the Roman god of boundaries.