1. the final parts or extremities of something
Usage: plural of end
2. goals or purposes
Usage: often in phrase ‘means to an end’

1. third person singular present of end; brings to a conclusion

Examples

• The ends of the rope were frayed from use.
• She tied both ends of the ribbon together.
• The ends justify the means in this situation.
• He will do anything to achieve his ends.
• The movie ends with a surprising twist.
• School ends at three o’clock today.
• The trail ends at the mountain peak.