| Terminal (terminal) |
|---|
| a. | (-nal) |
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| Ter"mi*nal |
| [L.
terminals: cf. F. terminal. See Term,
n.] |
Of or pertaining to the end
or extremity; forming the extremity; as, a terminal edge.
Growing at the end of a branch or
stem; terminating; as, a terminal bud, flower, or spike.
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| Terminal (terminal) |
|---|
| n. | |
|---|
| Ter"mi*nal |
|
That
which terminates or ends; termination; extremity.
Either of the ends of the
conducting circuit of an electrical apparatus, as an inductorium, dynamo,
or electric motor, usually provided with binding screws for the attachment
of wires by which a current may be conveyed into or from the machine; a
pole.
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| Terminal (terminal) |
|---|
| a. | (?) |
|---|
| Ter"mi*nal |
| (Railroads) |
Pertaining to a railroad terminal; connected with the receipt or
delivery of freight; as, terminal charges.
|
| Terminal (terminal) |
|---|
| n. | |
|---|
| Ter"mi*nal |
|
The end of a line of railroad, with the
switches, stations, sheds, and other appliances pertaining
thereto.
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