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F0124300 (fī′nəl)adj.1. Forming or occurring at the end; last: the final scene of a film.2. Of or constituting the end result of a succession or process; ultimate: an act with both an immediate and a final purpose. See Synonyms at last¹.3. Not to be changed or reconsidered; unalterable: The judge's decision is final.n. Something that comes at or forms the end, especially:a. The last or one of the last of a series of contests: the finals of a state spelling bee.b. The last examination of an academic course.

[Middle English, from Old French, from Latin fīnālis, from fīnis, end.]

fi′nal·ly adv.

final

(ˈfaɪnəl) adj1. of or occurring at the end; concluding; ultimate; last2. having no possibility for further discussion, action, or change; conclusive; decisive: a final decree of judgment. 3. (Philosophy) relating to or constituting an end or purpose: a final clause may be introduced by 'in order to'. 4. (Phonetics & Phonology) phonetics at the end of a word: 'cat' has a final 't'. Compare medial¹, initial¹5. (Music, other) music another word for perfect^9bn6. a terminal or last thing; end7. (Soccer) a deciding contest between the winners of previous rounds in a competition8. (Music, other) music the tonic note of a church mode[C14: from Latin fīnālis, from fīnis limit, boundary]

fi•nal

(ˈfaɪn l)

adj. 1. pertaining to or coming at the end; last in place, order, or time. 2. ultimate: the final goal. 3. conclusive or decisive: a final decision. 4. constituting the end or purpose: a final result. 5. Law. precluding further controversy on the questions passed upon: a final decree. n. 6. something that is last or terminal. 7. Often, finals. a. the last and decisive game, match, or round in a series, as in sports. b. the last, usu. comprehensive, examination in a course of study. 8. Music. the tonic note of a church mode. [1300–50; Middle English < Latin fīnālis=fīn(is) end + -ālis -al¹]

final

Last round of any event.

Thesaurus

Noun	1.	final - the final match between the winners of all previous matches in an elimination tournamentelimination tournament - a tournament in which losers are eliminated in successive roundscup final - the final match of any cup competition (such as the annual final of the English soccer competition at Wembley)match - a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete
	2.	final - an examination administered at the end of an academic termfinal exam, final examinationexam, examination, test - a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge; "when the test was stolen the professor had to make a new set of questions"
Adj.	1.	final - occurring at or forming an end or termination; "his concluding words came as a surprise"; "the final chapter"; "the last days of the dinosaurs"; "terminal leave"concluding, last, terminalclosing - final or ending; "the closing stages of the election"; "the closing weeks of the year"; "the closing scene of the film"; "closing remarks"
	2.	final - conclusive in a process or progression; "the final answer"; "a last resort"; "the net result"net, lastultimate - furthest or highest in degree or order; utmost or extreme; "the ultimate achievement"; "the ultimate question"; "man's ultimate destiny"; "the ultimate insult"; "one's ultimate goal in life"
	3.	final - not to be altered or undone; "the judge's decision is final"; "the arbiter will have the last say"lastinalterable, unalterable - not capable of being changed or altered; "unalterable resolve"; "an unalterable ground rule"

final

adjective1. last, latest, end, closing, finishing, concluding, ultimate, terminal, last-minute, eventual, terminating the final book in the series
last first, opening, earliest, original, premier, initial, maiden, introductory, preparatory, prefatory, precursory2. irrevocable, absolute, decisive, definitive, decided, finished, settled, definite, conclusive, irrefutable, incontrovertible, unalterable, determinate The judge's decision is final.noun1. decider, Cup final, final match, final game The Scottish Cup final

final

adjective1. Coming after all others:closing, concluding, last, terminal.2. Of or relating to a terminative condition, stage, or point:last, latter, terminal, ultimate.3. Serving the function of deciding or settling with finality:authoritative, conclusive, decisive, definitive, determinative.

Translations

决赛最后的最终的

final

(ˈfainl) adjective1. the very last. the final chapter of the book.最后的2. (of a decision etc) definite; decided and not to be changed. The judge's decision is final.最终的 noun the last part of a competition. The first parts of the competition will take place throughout the country, but the final will be in London.决赛ˈfinally adverb1. as the last (of many). The soldiers rode past, then came the Royal visitors, and finally the Queen.最后2. at last, after a long time. The train finally arrived.最后ˈfinalist noun a person who reaches the final stage in a competition. It was difficult to decide which of the two finalists was the better tennis player.决赛选手fiˈnality (-ˈnӕ-) noun定局ˈfinalize, ˈfinalise verb to make a final decision about plans, arrangements etc. We must finalize the arrangements by Friday. 把...最后定下来，最后决定 ˌfinaliˈzation, ˌfinaliˈsation noun落实ˈfinals noun plural the last examinations for a university degree etc. I am sitting/taking my finals in June.期终考试

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fall at the final hurdle

To fail to accomplish some task or goal at the very end of the attempt. Negotiations between the two warring countries fell at the final hurdle due to disagreements over cross-border taxation.See also: fall, final, hurdle

final cut

The completed and finalized edited version of a film, as authorized by its director and producer. We finished shooting last week, but it will likely be another several months before we're ready with the final cut.See also: cut, final

final nail in the coffin

An event, decision, action, etc., that seals, confirms, or ultimately leads to the failure of a situation or event that has already begun to fail. The candidate's uncouth comments toward the lower class were the final nail in the coffin of an already foundering campaign.See also: coffin, final, nail

the Final Solution

The Nazi program of annihilating all Jews in Europe during the reign of the Third Reich, an act of mass genocide that led to the murder of more than six million Jews. My great-grandfather was one of only a few Jews in his city to survive the Final Solution in Germany during World War II.See also: final, solution

(one's) final resting place

The location where one's body is interred after death. After I die, I want my ashes to be buried with the seed of an oak, so that instead of a headstone, I might have a new, living tree mark my final resting place.See also: final, place, resting

final hurrah

A last action before one ceases to do something. It's so good to see all of you at this meeting, my final hurrah before retirement. But this performance is your final hurrah before graduation—you have to do it!See also: final, hurrah

in the final analysis

When everything has been considered; when all the facts are known or the truth has come to light. In the final analysis, it is the lowest earners in society who have been worst hit by this economic downturn. Rebarbative though he may be, in the final analysis, his dismissal comes down to his incompetency at the job.See also: analysis, final

have the final word

1. To say the final words in an argument or discussion, especially ones that decisively or conclusively end it. The whole meeting just descended into chaos as everyone tried to have the final word. David is so smug and always has to have the final word in every debate.2. To have the authority to decide how something ultimately happens or is done. As the editor in chief, I have the final word on the layout design for every issue.See also: final, have, word

the final curtain

The end or the final part, especially after a lengthy existence. I'm afraid that after 50 years in business, this is the final curtain.See also: curtain, final

the final straw

The last in a series of negative actions or events that makes the situation no longer tolerable. I'm already fed up with your lazy, selfish behavior, Jim, but if you can't be bothered to come with me to my own mother's funeral, well that will be the final straw!See also: final, straw

have the final say

1. To say the final words in an argument or discussion, especially ones that decisively or conclusively end it. The whole meeting just descended into chaos as everyone tried to have the final say. David is so smug and always has to have the final say in every debate.2. To have the authority to decide how something ultimately happens or is done. As the editor in chief, I have the final say on the layout design for every issue.See also: final, have, say

be the final straw

To be the last in a series of negative actions or events that makes the situation no longer tolerable. I'm already fed up with your lazy, selfish behavior, Jim, but if you can't be bothered to come with me to my own mother's funeral, well that will be the final straw!See also: final, straw

be the last straw

the last straw

The final problem, setback, or source of irritation in a series that causes one to finally lose patience or for something to stop working. A shortening of the proverb "it is the last straw that breaks the camel's back." I've been a good sport about letting Tom share the credit for my work, but this is the last straw! I'm finally going to expose him for the liar he is. OK, that's the last straw, kids! I told you to stop shouting back there, and now I'm turning this car around.See also: last, straw

the last word

1. The final words in an argument or discussion, especially one that decisively or conclusively ends it. Everyone started shouting, trying to get in the last word, and the whole meeting just descended into chaos.2. The most recent, modern, or advanced version of something. Typically followed by "in (something)." It may not look like much, but I can assure you that this machine is the last word in neural imaging.See also: last, word

final call

The very last opportunity to do or order something. The bartender is doing final call—do you want another drink? This is the final call for flight 408 to New Jersey. Any passengers not already on board please report to terminal three immediately.See also: call, final

final will and testament

The final form of one's legal will, which dictates what is to be done with one's estate upon death. We were all shocked to find out that John had been left out of Dad's final will and testament. According to her final will and testament, half of her fortune is to be donated to charity.See also: and, final, testament, will

one final thing

The last comment or criticism one has to say (about someone or something). I just have one final thing I'd like to add about your proposal that I think would improve things greatly. One final thing, Tom—if you ever try something like that again, I'll make sure you never work in this industry again.See also: final, one, thing

one final word

The last comment or criticism one has to say (about something or to someone). I just have one final word about your proposal that I think would improve things greatly. One final word, Tom—if you ever try something like that again, I'll make sure you never work in this industry again.See also: final, one, word

final fling

One last particularly fun time before a dramatic change occurs in one's life, such as a marriage or the birth of a child. Come on, you need a final fling before your wedding—let's go to Vegas for the weekend!See also: final, fling

final fling

Fig. the last act or period of enjoyment before a change in one's circumstances or lifestyle. You might as well have a final fling before the baby's born. Mary's going out with her girlfriends for a final fling. She's getting married next week.See also: final, fling

in the final analysis

and in the last analysisin truth; when all the facts are known; when the truth becomes known. (Usually used when someone is speculating about what the final outcome will be.) In the final analysis, it is usually the children who suffer most in a situation like this. In the last analysis, you simply do not want to do as you are told!See also: analysis, final

*last word

and *final word; *final sayFig. the final point (in an argument); the final decision (in some matter). (*Typically: get ~; have ~; give some one ~.) The boss gets the last word in hiring. Why do you always have to have the final word in an argument?See also: last, word

one final word

and one final thingFig. a phrase introducing a parting comment or the last item in a list. John: One final word—keep your chin up. Mary: Good advice! And one final thing, don't haul around a lot of expensive camera stuff. It just tells the thieves who to rob.See also: final, one, word

in the final analysis

Also, in the last analysis. When all things are considered. For example, In the final analysis we must find ways to improve our sales, or I can, in the last analysis, talk only about my own work. This expression was at first put as in the ultimate analysis. [Late 1700s] See also: analysis, final

the last straw

the final straw

COMMON If you say that something is the last straw or the final straw, you mean it is the latest in a series of bad events, and it makes you unable to deal with a situation any longer. An increase in mortgage rates could be the last straw for thousands of borrowers. The relationship had been in trouble for a while and Jack's behaviour that night was just the final straw. Compare with the straw that breaks the camel's back.See also: last, straw

the last word

the final word

COMMON If someone has the last word or the final word in a discussion or argument, they are the one who wins it or who makes the final decision. She does like to have the last word in any discussion. The final word will come from the Secretary of State.See also: last, word

in the final analysis

when everything has been considered (used to suggest that the following statement expresses the basic truth about a complex situation).See also: analysis, final

the last (or final) straw

a further difficulty or annoyance, typically minor in itself but coming on top of a whole series of difficulties, that makes a situation unbearable. The full version of this is the proverb the last straw breaks the camel's back . The modern form is traceable to Charles Dickens in Dombey and Son ( 1848 ), but earlier versions are recorded, including a mid 17th-century reference to the last feather breaking a horse's back .See also: last, straw

in the ˌlast/ˌfinal aˈnalysis

used to say what is most important after everything has been discussed or considered: In the final analysis, humour is a matter of individual interpretation.See also: analysis, final, last

the ˌlast ˈword (in something)

the most recent, most fashionable, etc. of its type: They say that this new car is the last word in luxury. ♢ This is the last word in computer technology.See also: last, word

be the last/final ˈstraw

(also be the ˌstraw that breaks the camel’s ˈback) be the last in a series of bad events, etc. that makes it impossible for you to accept a situation any longer: I’ve had a terrible day, and this traffic is the last straw, I can’t take any more.See also: final, last, straw

your/the last/final ˈword (on/about something)

your, etc. final decision or statement about something: ‘Will you take £900?’ ‘No, £1 000 and that’s my last word.’ ♢ Is that your final word on the matter?See also: final, last, word

final

/last straw The final annoyance or setback, which even though minor makes one no longer able to endure something.

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fall at the final hurdle

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final nail in the coffin

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(one's) final resting place

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have the final say

be the final straw

be the last straw

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*last word

one final word

in the final analysis

the last straw

the final straw

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in the final analysis

the last (or final) straw

in the ˌlast/ˌfinal aˈnalysis

the ˌlast ˈword (in something)

be the last/final ˈstraw

your/the last/final ˈword (on/about something)

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adj last

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adj irrevocable

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noun decider

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adj coming after all others

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adj of or relating to a terminative condition, stage, or point

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adj serving the function of deciding or settling with finality

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noun the final match between the winners of all previous matches in an elimination tournament

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noun an examination administered at the end of an academic term

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adj occurring at or forming an end or termination

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adj conclusive in a process or progression

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adj not to be altered or undone

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