Definition of TERP

terp

Meanings

Plural: terpen, terps

Noun

  • An interpreter (person who translates).
  • An interpreter (program that parses and executes another program).
  • Any of various essential oils containing monoterpene alcohols which are added to a henna mix to darken the color.
  • Dance.
  • An artificial dwelling mound found on the North European Plain, created to provide safe ground during storm surges, high tides and sea or river flooding.

Verb

  • To add such an essential oil to (a henna mix).
  • To dance.

Origin / Etymology

Clipping of interpreter.

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