Lexical entry

テロ

tero

A shortened form referring to terror or terrorism.

Society & InstitutionsPure GairaigoAbbreviationSource uncertain

Meaning

テロ is a shortened, everyday form used for terror-related acts, especially terrorism and violent intimidation.

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テロル

Acts of terrorism or a state of terror.

テロリズム

The use of violence or threats to create fear for political or ideological aims.

テロリスト

A person who carries out terrorism.

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