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termini

[/ˈtɜːrmɪnaɪ/]
nounpl: N/A (already plural)
terminais; extremidades
1. Plural of terminus; final points or endpoints of a journey, route, or line
The train terminates at two separate termini on opposite sides of the city.
O trem termina em dois terminais separados em lados opostos da cidade.
2. In anatomy, the endings or terminals of nerve fibers or blood vessels
The axon terminates in synaptic termini where neurotransmitters are released.
O axônio termina em terminais sinápticas onde os neurotransmissores são liberados.
3. In architecture or design, ornamental endpoints or finials
The fence featured decorative termini at each post.
A cerca apresentava terminais decorativos em cada coluna.
Synonyms
endpointsterminalsextremitiesendings
Antonyms
originsbeginningsstarts

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
terminais; extremidades
Most common usage in transportation and general contexts
São Paulo
terminais
Common in urban transit discussions
Portugal
terminais; extremidades
Formal usage in technical and transportation contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

terminus ad quem - the end point or goal
terminus a quo - the starting point
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