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the last stop of a transportation line or route
A terminus is the final stop or end point of a bus, train, or other public transportation route. It is where the vehicle completes its journey before starting the return trip or ending its service for the day. A terminus is typically a larger, more organized station or stop, providing facilities for passengers to board or disembark. It may also offer connections to other routes, making it a key point for travelers looking to transfer to different modes of transportation.
- Passengers disembarked as the train reached its terminus.
- From the city center, the subway line extends to the terminus located in the suburbs.
- Located on the waterfront, the pier serves as the terminus for the ferry.
- With multiple termini, the tram line allows passengers to travel to various parts of the city.
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(architecture) a statue or a human bust or an animal carved out of the top of a square pillar; originally used as a boundary marker in ancient Rome
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the ultimate goal for which something is done
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a finishing point where activities, journeys, or processes end
- After years of studying, graduation day became the terminus of her academic journey.
- Approaching the terminus of their long-term project, the project team celebrated their hard work and success.
- With a powerful statement, the speaker brought the presentation to its terminus.
- The marathon runner crossed the finish line, reaching the terminus of the race.
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