perficiō — meaning in English

English meaning

• finish verb To complete or bring something to an end.
• perfect adj Without any flaws or mistakes; as good as something can possibly be.

Senses

perficiō is used for these senses in English:

• finish (transitive) To put an end to; to destroy.
• perfect (transitive) To make perfect; to improve or hone.

finish — full definition

1. verb To complete or bring something to an end.
2. noun The end point of something, especially a race or event.
3. noun A coating or treatment applied to a surface to protect or decorate it.

perfect — full definition

1. adj Without any flaws or mistakes; as good as something can possibly be.
2. adj Exactly matching a description or purpose; precisely suited.
3. noun In grammar, a verb tense describing a completed action.
4. verb To improve something until it reaches the highest possible standard.

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