finalization
|fi-nal-i-za-tion|
B2
/ˌfaɪnəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
(finalize)
bring to completion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'finalization' originates from the verb 'finalize,' which is derived from the adjective 'final,' meaning 'last' or 'end.'
Historical Evolution
'final' transformed from the Latin word 'finalis,' meaning 'of or pertaining to an end or boundary,' and eventually became the modern English word 'final.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bring to an end,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act or process of making something final or complete.
The finalization of the project took longer than expected.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41