finishing meaning and definition

FINISHING noun

Definition of 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"
   • synonyms: coating, finish
2. the act of finishing
   • "his best finish in a major tournament was third"; "the speaker's finishing was greeted with applause"
   • synonyms: finish
   • antonym: beginning