final

1. final (noun) — sense 1

Definition: A final examination; a test or examination given at the end of a term or class; the test that concludes a class.

Example: It was tough cramming for those midterms and finals, staying up 72 hours straight hepped up on caffeine and pizza.

2. final (noun) — sense 2

Definition: A final examination taken at the end of the final year of an undergraduate course, which contributes towards a student's degree classification.

3. final (noun) — sense 3

Definition: The last round, game or match in a contest, after which the winner is determined.

4. final (adj) — sense 4

Definition: Last; ultimate.

Example: final solution; the final day of a school term

5. final (adj) — sense 5

Definition: Conclusive; decisive.

Example: a final judgment; the battle of Waterloo brought the contest to a final issue

6. final (adj) — sense 6

Definition: Respecting an end or object to be gained; respecting the purpose or ultimate end in view.

7. final (verb) — sense 7

Definition: To qualify for the final round of a competition.

Example: Mike finalled in both the 400 meter and the 800 meter races.