finishing

/ˈfɪnɪʃɪŋ/

/ˈfɪnɪʃɪŋ/

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

   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

   types:

   close, closing curtain, finale, finis

   the concluding part of any performance

   type of:

   closing, completion, culmination, mop up, windup

   a concluding action