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finalization

/ˌfaɪnəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

The act or process of completing something or bringing it to a definitive end.

Example Sentences:
  • The finalization of the contract took several weeks of intense negotiation.
  • We are awaiting the finalization of the project budget before we begin construction.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'finis' (end, boundary) via the French 'final' and the suffix '-ize' (to make or become), combined with the noun-forming suffix '-ation'. It entered English usage to describe the process of bringing something to a definitive conclusion.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of the 'final' in 'finalization'—it is the act of making something final.

Frequently Asked Questions About “finalization

1. What is the meaning of “finalization” in English?

In English, finalization (noun) is defined as: “The act or process of completing something or bringing it to a definitive end.”.

2. How do you use “finalization” in a sentence?

The finalization of the contract took several weeks of intense negotiation.

3. What are English synonyms of “finalization”?

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “finalization”?

Derived from the Latin 'finis' (end, boundary) via the French 'final' and the suffix '-ize' (to make or become), combined with the noun-forming suffix '-ation'. It entered English usage to describe the process of bringing something to a definitive conclusion.