Eindgreep

Eindgreep is a Dutch term that refers to the final grip or hold needed to complete a action, secure control, or finish a sequence. The word is formed from eind (end) and greep (grip or grasp). The exact meaning depends on context, ranging from physical contact to metaphorical closure.

In sports and combat disciplines, an eindgreep often denotes a decisive hold or submission that ends a bout. In climbing and mountaineering, it describes the last grip that allows a climber to reach the top or finish a route. In handling and assembly, it can refer to the final gripping action that fixes parts, secures a fastener, or seals a package, ensuring stability.

Metaphorically, eindgreep is used to express finalization or closure. For example, in a negotiation or project, someone may “pakken de eindgreep” or “zetten de eindgreep” to indicate that the final step has been taken and a deal or plan is completed.

Etymology-wise, the term is a straightforward compound of eind and greep, reflecting its literal sense as the concluding grip. The concept is widely understood in Dutch-speaking contexts and appears in both technical and colloquial language.

See also: greep, grip, afsluiting, finishing move.