Meaning of the word "academic term" in English

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academic term

US /əˈkædəmɪk tɜrm/
UK /ˌækəˈdemɪk tɜːm/

Noun

a division of the academic year, during which a school, college, or university is open and classes are held

Example:
The autumn academic term usually starts in September.
Students are preparing for their final exams at the end of the academic term.