terms — (n.) limiting conditions, early 14c.; see TERM (Cf. term). Hence expressions such as come to terms, make terms, on any terms, etc. Meaning standing, footing, mutual relations, as in expression on good terms (with someone), is recorded from 1540s … Etymology dictionary
terms — a way of expressing oneself: → term terms stipulated or agreed requirements. → term … English new terms dictionary
terms — [n1] conditions, agreement charge, circumstances, conclusion, condition, details, fee, fine print*, items, nitty gritty*, particulars, payment, points, premise, premises, price, provision, provisions, proviso, provisos, qualifications, rate,… … New thesaurus
terms — index adjustment, arrangement (understanding), case (set of circumstances), compromise, posture (situation), premises (hypotheses) … Law dictionary
terms — *condition, stipulation, provision, proviso, reservation, strings Analogous words: restriction, limit (see corresponding verbs at LIMIT): requisite, prerequisite, *requirement … New Dictionary of Synonyms
terms — The components, elements, or parts of an agreement. The terms of a futures contract include: which commodity, its quality, the quantity, the time and place of delivery, and its price. All the terms of futures and futures option contracts are… … Financial and business terms
terms — /tɜ:mz/ plural noun the conditions or duties which have to be carried out as part of a contract, or the arrangements which have to be agreed before a contract is valid ● By or Under the terms of the contract, the company is responsible for all… … Marketing dictionary in english
terms — /tɜ:mz/ plural noun the conditions or duties which have to be carried out as part of a contract, or the arrangements which have to be agreed before a contract is valid ● to negotiate for better terms ● He refused to agree to some of the terms of… … Dictionary of banking and finance
terms — Conditions, obligations, rights, price, etc., as specified in contract or instrument. See also term @ terms of trust The phrase terms of the trust means the manifestation of intention of the settlor with respect to the trust expressed in a manner … Black's law dictionary
terms — noun 1. status with respect to the relations between people or groups (Freq. 2) on good terms with her in laws on a friendly footing • Syn: ↑footing • Hypernyms: ↑status, ↑position … Useful english dictionary
