finisher Definition
- 1a person or thing that completes a task or process
- 2a horse that has a strong burst of speed at the end of a race
Using finisher: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "finisher" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The finisher of the marathon crossed the line with arms raised in triumph.
Example
The final coat of paint is applied by the finisher.
Example
The sprinter was known for being a strong finisher in races.
finisher Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with finisher
photo finish
a finish to a race in which two or more competitors cross the finish line at nearly the same time, making it difficult to determine the winner from a photograph taken at the finish line
Example
The photo finish showed that the runner in lane three had won the race by a nose.
strong finish
a powerful or impressive conclusion to a task or process
Example
The team put on a strong finish to the season, winning their last five games in a row.
Example
He was always the first to finish his exams, earning him the nickname 'fast finisher'.
Summary: finisher in Brief
A 'finisher' [ˈfɪnɪʃər] is a person or thing that completes a task or process. It can refer to the final stage of a race, as in 'The sprinter was known for being a strong finisher in races.' 'Finisher' also extends to phrases like 'photo finish,' where competitors cross the finish line at nearly the same time, and 'fast finisher,' referring to someone who completes a task quickly.
