terminal
/ˈtɚmɪnəl/
B1 · Intermediate★★★★☆
Simple Meaning
a place where buses, trains, or planes start or end their trips, or a computer screen and keyboard.
When to Use
✈️Travel English💼Workplace English⚙️Technical
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“Our flight leaves from terminal three, so we need to hurry.”
“The computer terminal isn't working; can you call IT?”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A building in an airport where passengers transfer from ground transportation to the facilities that allow them to board airplanes.
Related Words
Synonyms:
stationdepotconsole
Word Family:
terminallyterminatetermination