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Finishing Definition & Meaning

finishing
noun
  1. a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance); "the boat had a metallic finish"; "he applied a coat of a clear finish"; "when the finish is too thin it is difficult to apply evenly"
  2. the act of finishing; "his best finish in a major tournament was third"; "the speaker's finishing was greeted with applause"

"Finishing" in song lyrics

See how finishing is used in real songs:

  • "We come through with the rhymes, and we still finishing"
    Cormega f/ Busta Rhymes — Freestyle
  • "Begin to the finishing"
    Haiku D'etat — Wants vs. Needs
  • "It's interesting, they start what they don't intend on finishing"
    Mars ILL — Touch and Go

Usage tips for "finishing"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "finishing" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for finishing to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does finishing mean?
a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance); "the boat had a metallic finish"; "he applied a coat of a clear finish"; "when the finish is too thin it is difficult to apply evenly" the act of finishing; "his best finish in a major tournament was third"; "the speaker's finishing was greeted with applause"
What part of speech is finishing?
Finishing is a noun.
How many definitions does finishing have?
Finishing has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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