terminate — to bring to an end; to stop or conclude something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to bring to an end; to stop or conclude something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtɜːrmɪneɪt/
Korean meaning: 끝내다, 종료시키다
Korean pronunciation: 터-미-네이트 (강세: 터)
Example Sentences
- The contract will automatically terminate after one year.
- The boss said 'You're terminated!' just like in the movies.
- My internet connection terminated right in the middle of my online exam.
terminate
VERB//ˈtɜːrmɪneɪt//
to bring to an end; to stop or conclude something
Boss terminates employee's job
The contract termination changed the company's future plans.
Exterminate the pests, then terminate the contract!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'terminatus', the past participle of 'terminare', which comes from 'terminus' meaning 'boundary' or 'end'. The Latin root ultimately derives from an Indo-European source related to crossing or marking limits.
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📝Examples
“The contract will automatically terminate after one year.”
“The boss said 'You're terminated!' just like in the movies.”
“My internet connection terminated right in the middle of my online exam.”
“The train service terminates at Seoul Station.”
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