Finish
/ˈfɪnɪʃ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The last part of something, especially the end of a task or event.
We have just a short finish to the project left.
The degree of smoothness or refinement of a surface.
The table has a beautiful varnish finish.
verb
To bring something to a complete end or to reach a conclusion.
I need to finish my homework before I can go out.
To complete a task or an activity.
She finished painting the fence yesterday.
To consume all of a particular food or drink.
He finished his drink in one gulp.
Etymology
Middle English 'finisshen', from Old French 'finit', from Latin 'finire', meaning 'to bound, limit, or end'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
finish strong
To conclude something with a strong effort or performance.
finish what you started
To complete a task once begun.
finish line
The end point of a race.
Related Words
completion
The act of finishing or completing something.
end
A final part of something.
Slang Meanings
To finish someone off
He was so tired that he just needed to finish someone off with a quick nap.
Finishing move
In the video game, he executed a finishing move to defeat his opponent.