Finishing

/ˈfɪnɪʃɪŋ/ verb

Definition

completing or bringing to an end

Etymology

from Old French fenir 'to end'

Kelly Says

Finishing is about crossing the line - the end goal is finally mine!

Ethical Language Guidance

Gender History

'Finishing' in contexts like 'finishing school' or 'finishing touches' historically meant making women ornamental or polished for marriage/display. The word carries associations with women as objects being completed by others' labor.

Inclusive Usage

Use 'completion', 'final phase', or 'refinement' in professional contexts. Reserve 'finishing' for literal sanding/polishing, not personal development.

Inclusive Alternatives

["completion","refinement","final phase","polishing"]

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