terminating Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: T ER1 M AH0 N EY0 T IH0 NG
What Does Terminating Mean?
Terminating is a verb that means present participle and gerund of terminate. As an adjective, it means Coming to an end.
Terminating: Key Facts
| Part of speech | verb, adjective |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | finite, break off and discontinue |
| Antonyms | continue |
Terminating Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of terminate
Terminating as an Adjective
- Coming to an end.
- Of a decimal: having a finite number of digits.
Every rational number can be written as either a terminating decimal or a recurring decimal.
Verb
- To end, especially in an incomplete state.
to terminate a surface by a line
- To set or be a limit or boundary to.
- To kill.
- To end the employment contract of an employee; to fire, lay off.
- Of a mode of transport, to end its journey; or of a railway line, to reach its terminus.
Synonyms of Terminating
Terminating synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Terminating
Terminating in a Sentence
Every rational number can be written as either a terminating decimal or a recurring decimal.
to terminate a surface by a line
Word Forms & Grammar
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Words That Rhyme With Terminating
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Questions People Ask About Terminating
Is terminating a verb or an adjective?
Terminating is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is another word for terminating?
You can replace terminating with words such as finite, break off and discontinue. See the full list of terminating synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of terminating?
The opposite of terminating is continue.