adj
Uncommon
terminating
Terminating (adj) means coming to an end. Example: “The terminating flight will not continue on to its next scheduled stop.”
adj
1
Coming to an end.
"The terminating flight will not continue on to its next scheduled stop."
2
In mathematics, describing a decimal with a finite number of digits.
"Every rational number can be written as either a terminating decimal or a recurring decimal."
"0.25 is a terminating decimal, while 0.333... is not."
How to use terminating
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEnding, or (in maths) a decimal that stops rather than repeating forever.
Common pairings
terminating decimal
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What does “terminating” mean?
The word “terminating” means coming to an end. In plain terms, ending, or (in maths) a decimal that stops rather than repeating forever.
How do you use “terminating” in a sentence?
Here is “terminating” used in a sentence: “The terminating flight will not continue on to its next scheduled stop.”
What is the opposite of “terminating”?
The opposite of “terminating” — its antonyms — is nonterminating.
What part of speech is “terminating”?
“Terminating” is an adjective.
Is “terminating” a common word?
“Terminating” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “terminating” have?
“Terminating” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: coming to an end.
