The word “term” in literature is remarkably versatile, functioning both as a means of defining abstract concepts and as an indicator of temporal or technical specificity. Authors use it to convey precise definitions in matters ranging from philosophy and sociology—where it marks the boundaries of ideas or phenomena [1, 2]—to specialized fields like fencing or heraldry, where it denotes jargon or specific techniques [3, 4, 5]. At the same time, “term” often identifies a stipulated period, whether referring to the duration of an office or service [6, 7, 8] or even an academic interval [9]. In this way, literature reflects the layered nature of language, employing “term” not only to define and classify but also to signal the passage of time and the nuances of cultural usage [10, 11].