finishing

/ˈfɪnɪʃɪŋ/
/ˈfɪnɪʃɪŋ/
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Other forms: finishings

Definitions of finishing
  1. noun
    a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance)
    synonyms: coating, finish
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    types:
    glaze
    a coating for ceramics, metal, etc.
    shoeshine
    a shiny finish put on shoes with polish and buffing
    luster, lustre
    a surface coating for ceramics or porcelain
    type of:
    decorativeness
    an appearance that serves to decorate and make something more attractive
  2. noun
    the act of finishing
    synonyms: finish
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    types:
    close, closing curtain, finale, finis
    the concluding part of any performance
    type of:
    closing, completion, culmination, mop up, windup
    a concluding action
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/ˈfɪnɪʃɪŋ/
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/ˈfɪnɪʃɪŋ/
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