Meaning & Definition of word "Ended"
Ended
/ˈɛndəd/
verb:
- 1. past tense of end; to bring to a conclusion or to cease to continue.
- Example: The meeting ended earlier than expected.
- 2. to finish or complete an activity.
- Example: She ended her speech with a powerful message.
- 3. to terminate or conclude an event or situation.
- Example: The show ended on a high note.
- 4. to stop functioning or operating.
- Example: The contract ended after three years.
Etymology
●The word 'ended' comes from the Middle English 'enden', which traces back to Old English 'endian' meaning 'to bring to an end'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
The party ended:
The event concluded.
When it all ended:
At the moment of conclusion.
End of the line:
The final point or conclusion of something.
Related Words
end:
The final part of something.
ending:
The manner or point at which something comes to a close.
terminate:
To bring to an end.
Slang Meanings of ended
Meaning: Game over
● Example Sentence: When the last level was cleared, it was game over for the player.
Meaning: Done deal
● Example Sentence: Now that we signed the contract, it’s a done deal.