BusinessAugust 31, 2026

terminus

TUR-muh-nus

Definition

The end or extremity of something, such as a railroad line or a major transportation hub.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'terminus,' meaning 'end' or 'boundary.' In ancient Rome, Terminus was the god of boundaries, and the word remains a standard term for the end point of a transit route.

In the news

The article describes Atlanta's historical evolution from a simple railroad terminus into a massive, bustling center for global trade and produce distribution.

Atlanta: Produce Terminal of the South

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