start-of-term
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B2
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/stɑrt əv tɜrm/
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/stɑːt əv tɜːm/
beginning of a period
Etymology
Etymology Information
'start-of-term' originates from the combination of 'start' and 'term', where 'start' meant 'beginning' and 'term' referred to a fixed period.
Historical Evolution
'start' and 'term' have been used in English since the Middle Ages, evolving from Old English 'styrtan' and Latin 'terminus', respectively.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the beginning of a period', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the beginning of a specific period, often used in academic or legal contexts to denote the start of a term or session.
The start-of-term assembly will be held in the main hall.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45