throw an exceptionWhen an exceptional circumstance arises in a program - often as a result of a logical error, and exception object is created and thrown.
throw statementA statement used to throw an exception. For instance throw new IndexOutOfBoundsException(i+" is too large.");
Throw WeightAll weight in an interceptor, above the sustainer, which serves as the kill vehicle.
throwsA Java keyword used in method declarations that specify which exceptions are not handled within the method but rather passed to the next higher level of…
throws clauseA clause in a method header indicating that one or more exceptions will be propagated from this method.
thrushA condition in which Candida albicans, a type of yeast, grows out of control in moist skin areas of the body.
Thrust block (anchor block)A massive block of concrete built to withstand a thrust or pull. A mass of concrete or similar material appropriately placed around a pipe to prevent…
Thrusted Replicas (TREPS)Conical decoys equipped with a miniature rocket device. Generally used to change the decoys optical signature to resemble that of an RV in the reentry…
ThumbnailA miniature representation of a page or item for quick overviews to provide a general idea of the structure, content and appearance of a document.
ThunderThe sound caused by rapidly expanding gases in a lightning discharge.
ThunderstormA local storm produced by a cumulonimbus cloud and accompanied by lightning and thunder.
thymic carcinoma(THY-mik KAR-sih-NOH-muh) A rare type of thymus gland cancer. It usually spreads, has a high risk of recurrence, and has a poor survival rate.
thymidineA chemical compound found in DNA. Also used as treatment for mucositis.
thymidine kinase(Abbreviation: tk). An enzyme that allows a cell to utilize an alternate metabolic pathway for incorporating thymidine into DNA.
Thymidine kinase (tk)An enzyme that allows a cell to utilize an alternate metabolic pathway for incorporating thymidine into DNA.
thymidylate synthase(THY-mih-DIL-ayt SIN-thays) A protein involved in making and repairing DNA (molecules inside cells that carry genetic information and pass it on from…
thymidylate synthase inhibitorA drug that blocks DNA synthesis and may prevent tumor cell growth. It is being studied as a treatment for cancer.
thymidylic acid(Abbreviation: TMP or dTMP). Synonym for thymidine 5'-monophosphate, a deoxyribonucleotide containing the nucleoside thymidine.
thymine(Abbreviation: T). One the bases found in DNA. See: thymidine.
Thymine (T)A nitrogenous base, one member of the base pair AT (adenine-thymine). See also: base pair, nucleotide
Thymitaq(THY-mih-tak) A substance that is being studied in the treatment of liver cancer. It belongs to the family of drugs called thymidylate synthase inhibitors.
thymomaA tumor of the thymus, an organ that is part of the lymphatic system and is located in the chest, behind the breastbone.
ThymusAn organ that is part of the lymphatic system, in which T lymphocytes grow and multiply. The thymus is in the chest behind the breastbone.
ThyrogenA form of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) that is made in the laboratory. It is used to test for remaining or recurring cancer cells in patients who…
thyroglobulin(THY-roh-GLOB-yoo-lin) The form that thyroid hormone takes when stored in the cells of the thyroid.
thyroid(THY-royd) A gland located beneath the voice box (larynx) that makes thyroid hormone and calcitonin. The thyroid helps regulate growth and metabolism.
thyroid cancer(THY-royd KAN-ser) Cancer that forms in the thyroid gland (an organ at the base of the throat that makes hormones that help control heart rate, blood…
thyroid follicular cell(THY-royd fuh-LIH-kyoo-ler sel) A type of cell in the thyroid. Thyroid follicular cells make thyroid hormone.
thyroid gland(THY-royd...) A gland located beneath the voice box (larynx) that produces thyroid hormone. The thyroid helps regulate growth and metabolism.
thyroid hormone(THY-royd HOR-mone) A hormone that affects heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and weight.
thyroid hormone treatment(THY-royd HOR-mone ...) Treatment with thyroid hormone, which is a hormone that affects heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and weight.
thyroidectomy(THY-roy-DEK-toh-mee) Surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid.
thyroiditis(thy-roy-DY-tis) Inflammation of the thyroid gland. Thyroiditis may be an autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid gland over time, causing…
thyroidologist(THY-roy-DOL-oh-jist) A medical doctor who specializes in thyroid diseases.
thyrotropin alfaA form of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) that is made in the laboratory. It is used to test for remaining or recurring cancer cells in patients who…
thyroxin(thy-ROK-sin) A hormone that is made by the thyroid gland and contains iodine. Thyroxin increases the rate of chemical reactions in cells and helps…
thyroxine(thy-ROK-seen) A hormone that is made by the thyroid gland and contains iodine.
THzAbbreviation for terahertz. See electromagnetic spectrum.
Ti (tumor-inducing) plasmidA giant plasmid of Agrobac- terium tumefaciens that is responsible for tumor formation in infected plants.
Ti plasmidTumour-inducing plasmid. A large plasmid present in pathogenic Agrobacterium tumefaciens, responsible for the induction of tumours in plant with crown…
TIAAbbreviation for Telecommunications Industry Association. See EIA interface.
tiacumicin B(ty-a-KYOO-my-sin ...) A substance being studied in the treatment of diarrhea caused by infection with Clostridium difficile (a type of bacteria that can…
TIARATactical Intelligence and Related Activities.
tiazofurinAn anticancer drug being studied to stop cell growth.
tibia(TIH-bee-uh) The larger of two bones between the knee and ankle. Also called shinbone.
TIBS(1) Theater Information Broadcast Service. (2) Tactical Information Broadcast System. (3) Theater Intelligence Broadcast System.
TIC(1) Thermionic Integrated Circuit. (2) Technical Information Center.
TIC fileThe coverage file used to store tic coordinates and tic IDs for a coverage.
tic match toleranceThe maximum distance allowed between an existing tic and a tic being digitized.
ticilimumab(tis-ih-LIM-yoo-mab) A monoclonal antibody being studied in the treatment of melanoma and some other types of cancer.
TickA tick is the minimum movement by which the price of a security, option, or index changes. With stocks, a tick may be little as one cent.
Ticker (tape)While the stock markets are in session, there is a running record of trading activity in each individual stock.
Ticker symbolA ticker symbol, also known as a stock symbol, is a unique string of letters that identifies a particular stock on one of two electronic tapes that report…
TicketA text message that is submitted to the GMs via the in-game system and is waiting for GM response.
ticket-oriented[In security, a] computer protection system in which each subject maintains a list of unforgeable bit patterns called tickets, one for each object a…
ticketed callA call for which a record is made of certain facts concerning the call, such as the time it was placed, the duration, the call originator, call…
tickler fileA file arranged by date to facilitate selection of records for disposal when they become due.
Tickler systemA method for monitoring reservations and payments that’s arranged by date and points out late payments so customers can be contacted.
TICRSTrademark Image Capture & Retrieval System A system used within the USPTO to scan, store and provide access to images of papers associated with trademark…
Tidal CycleThe periodic changes in the intensity of tides caused primarily by the varying relations between the earth, moon, and sun.
Tidal PilingOccurs when unusually high water levels occur as the result of an accumulation of successive incoming tides that do not completely drain due to opposing…
Tidal PowerThe power available from the rise and fall of ocean tides. A tidal power plant works on the principal of a dam or barrage that captures water in a basin…
TIDEThe periodic, rhythmic rise and fall of the sea surface that results from the gravity of the moon and sun acting on the rotating Earth.
Tide AnomalyActual water level minus the prediction.
Tide PredictionThe computation of tidal highs and lows at a given location resulting from the gravitational interactions between the earth and primarily the moon and sun.
TidelandsThe zone between the mean high water and mean low water lines.
TidesThe periodic (occurring at regular intervals) variations in the surface water level of the oceans, bays, gulfs, and inlets.
Tie linesTransmission line connecting two or more power systems.
Tie rodA metal tension rod connecting two structural members, such as gable walls or beams, acting as a brace or reinforcement; often anchored by means of a…
tie trunkA telephone line that directly connects two private branch exchanges (PBXs).
TierAn integrated set of SDS elements that address a particular phase of the threat (e.g., boost phase).
Tier 1Reclamation public protection guideline dealing with loss of life (LOL) considerations. See annualized loss of life.
Tier 2Reclamation public protection guideline dealing with public trust responsibilities based on the annual failure probability of the structure.
Tier 2 Individual CustodianA Tier 2 Individual Custodian will have confirmatory knowledge and ESI to validate the central facts of the matter, but is not a decision maker or primary…
Tier 2 Legacy CustodianA Tier 2 Legacy Custodian will have confirmatory information and ESI to validate the central facts of the matter.
Tier 2 Non Party CustodianA Tier 2 Non Party Custodian will have confirmatory knowledge/information and ESI to validate the central facts of the matter, but is not a decision maker…
Tier 2 Organizational CustodianA Tier 2 Organizational Custodian will have confirmatory information and ESI to validate the central facts of the matter.
Tier 2 Third Party CustodianA Tier 2 Third Party Custodian will have confirmatory knowledge/information and ESI to validate the central facts of the matter, but is not a decision…
Tier 3 Individual CustodianA Tier 3 Individual Custodian may have knowledge and ESI tangentially related to the matter. The Custodian is unlikely to be deposed or act as a witness.
Tier 3 Legacy CustodianA Tier 3 Legacy Custodian may have information and ESI tangentially related to the matter.
Tier 3 Non Party CustodianA Tier 3 Non Party Custodian may have knowledge/information and ESI tangentially related to the matter.
Tier 3 Organizational CustodianA Tier 3 Organizational Custodian may have information and ESI tangentially related to the matter.
Tier 3 Third Party CustodianA Tier 3 Third Party Custodian may have knowledge/information and ESI tangentially related to the matter.
Tiered DefensesThe use of defensive systems at different phases of the missile trajectory.
Tiered pricingWhen suppliers offer different prices to receptive operators, tour operators, and group leaders, so each party can earn a profit by marking up the…
Tiered StorageData is stored according to its intended use. For instance, data intended for restoration in the event of data loss or corruption is stored locally, for…
TieringThe coverage of general matters in a broad National Environmental Policy Act document with subsequent narrowly focused documents; helps to eliminate…
Tiers du cylinderFrench term for when a player bets on a group of numbers on the roulette wheel which are laid close together on the roulette table layout.