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ending
noun end·ing \ˈen-diŋ\
: the final part of something
: a letter or group of letters added to the end of a word
Full Definition of ENDING
: something that constitutes an end: as a : conclusion <a movie with a happy ending> b : one or more letters or syllables added to a word base especially in inflection
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First Known Use of ENDING
before 12th century
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ending
noun end·ing \ˈen-diŋ\
Definition of ENDING for Kids
: the final part : end
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