End

End is the point at which something finishes or ceases to continue, marking the termination of a duration, process, or sequence. It is a boundary or limit that sits opposite the beginning and often frames how we understand time, space, and events. In everyday language, ends occur in many forms: the end of a day, the end of a journey, or the end of a discussion.

As a verb, end means to bring to a close or to cause something to stop. The noun ending refers to the final portion of something, such as the ending of a story, or to a linguistic form that marks a grammatical change, such as an inflection or a suffix in some languages.

Etymology: end comes from Old English ende, linked to related Germanic words in Dutch (einde) and German (Ende).

In mathematics, computing, and science, “end” denotes a terminal point or boundary: endpoint of a segment, end-of-file marker in computing, or end state of a process. In topology and geometry, ends describe directions toward infinity or boundary components in more advanced contexts.

Cultural usage: endings in literature, film, and music are components that determine interpretation, mood, and resolution. They can be conclusive or open, abrupt or lingering, and often influence how a work is recalled.