End
/ɛnd/
Definitions
- (n.) The final point or conclusion of something.
The contract reached its end after five years.
- (v.) To bring something to a conclusion; to terminate.
The parties decided to end the agreement early.
Forms
- ends
- ended
- ending
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specifying the precise 'end' of rights or obligations is critical to avoid ambiguity.
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