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Meaning of the word finishing in English

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finishing

Verb

1.

bring (a task or activity) to an end; complete.

Example:
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they were straining to finish the job
Synonym:
completeendconcludecloseconsummatefinalizecrowncapset the seal onround offstopceaseterminateaccomplishexecutedischargecarry outdofulfilwind upwrap upsew uppolish offknock offcompletedconcludedconsummatedfinalizedterminatedover and done withoverat an endaccomplishedexecuteddischargeddone withdonefulfilledsettledachievedattainedrealizedeffectuated
Synonym:
startunfinishedincomplete
2.

complete the manufacture or decoration of (an article) by giving it an attractive surface appearance.

Example:
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the interior was finished with American oak
Synonym:
varnishlacquerveneercoatstainwaxshellacenamelglazeglosspolishburnish

Adjective

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Noun

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