In logic, the product of the first operation of the intellect, i.e., the concept. The term is the subject or predicate of a proposition, especially as part of syllogistic reasoning. 

Major Term.— In a categorical syllogism, the predicate of the conclusion. It standardly appears in the first premise as well. The term in bold is the major term of this argument: 

All men are mortal.   

Socrates is a man.   

Therefore, Socrates is mortal.  

Minor Term.— In a categorical syllogism, the subject of the conclusion. It standardly appears in the second premise as well.  

All men are mortal.   

Socrates is a man.   

Therefore, Socrates is mortal.  

Middle Term.— In a categorical syllogism, the term to which the major term and minor term are compared. It appears in the first premise and second premise but never in the conclusion. 

All men are mortal.   

Socrates is a man.   

Therefore, Socrates is mortal.  

2. A synonym for “word” or “phrase.”