Definitions

1. noun

A length of time; an interval between two events or points in time.

“The play will run for a period of three hours.”

2. noun

The end of a woman’s menstrual cycle, characterized by bleeding from the uterus.

“She experienced her first period last year.”

3. noun

A punctuation mark (.) used to indicate the end of a sentence.

“The period at the end of the sentence is necessary for proper punctuation.”

4. noun

A geological period, a division of geological time, usually measured in millions of years.

“The Mesozoic period saw the emergence of dinosaurs.”

5. noun

A period of time or a stage in a process; an era.

“The Roman Empire was a period of great cultural achievement.”

6. verb

To put an end to something, especially a process or activity.

“The project will be period after six months.”

7. verb

To mark the end of something, especially with punctuation.

“The editor will period the sentence with a period.”

8. verb

To limit or restrict the duration of something.

“The company will period the contract after a year.”

9. verb

To divide or mark something into periods or stages.

“The teacher will period the course into manageable sections.”

10. adjective

Lasting for a period of time; temporary.

“The periodical nature of the weather made it difficult to plan outdoor activities.”

11. adjective

Relating to a period of time or a stage in a process; periodic.

“The periodical table of elements is a fundamental concept in chemistry.”