The term 'COMPARATIVE CONNECTOR' is a four-letter word, 'THAN'. It is used to compare two things or people, usually in the form of a statement. For example, 'I am taller than you' or 'This car is faster than that one'. It is also used in questions, such as 'Who is smarter than me?' or 'Which is bigger, this or that?'. The comparative connector 'than' is an important part of the English language and is used to compare two things or people.