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terminus
noun(ter-mi-nus)
(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
Synonyms: term, terminal figure,
terminus
noun(ter-mi-nus)
the ultimate goal for which something is done
Synonyms: destination,
terminus
noun(ter-mi-nus)
a place where something ends or is complete
Synonyms: end point, endpoint, termination,
terminus
noun(ter-mi-nus)
station where transport vehicles load or unload passengers or goods
Synonyms: depot, terminal,
terminus
noun(ter-mi-nus)
either end of a railroad or bus route

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