final

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈfaɪ.nəl/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

A final examination; a test or examination given at the end of a term or class; the test that concludes a class.

2 Definition

The last round, game or match in a contest, after which the winner is determined.

3 Definition

A contest that narrows a field of contestants (finalists) to ranked positions, usually in numbered places (1st place/prize, 2nd place/prize, etc.) or a winner and numbered runners-up (1st runner-up, etc.).

4 Definition

The final part of a syllable, the combination of medial and rime in phonetics and phonology.

5 Definition

The tonic or keynote of a Gregorian mode, and hence the final note of any conventional melody played in that mode.

Adjective
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

Last; ultimate.

Example Sentences
  • final solution;   the final day of a school term
2 Definition

Conclusive; decisive.

Example Sentences
  • a final judgment;   the battle of Waterloo brought the contest to a final issue
3 Definition

Respecting an end or object to be gained; respecting the purpose or ultimate end in view.

4 Definition

(grammar) Expressing purpose; as in the term final clause.

5 Definition

Word-final, occurring at the end of a word.