fachterminus
Fachterminus is a term used in German linguistics and terminology work to denote a word or phrase that designates a concept within a particular professional field. It contrasts with general-language terms by carrying a precise, narrowly scoped meaning that is defined within a domain.
The term combines Fach (field, domain) and Terminus (term). In practice, Fachtermini are collected in glossaries,
Characteristics include being domain-specific and often coined or standardized; they may have multiple senses across fields
In application, Fachtermini appear in science, engineering, medicine, law, and industry. They appear in documentation, manuals,
Related concepts include Terminology, Fachsprache, and jargon, as well as international standards bodies and guidelines such