finishing finishing /ˈfɪnɪʃɪŋ/

noun

1. () A decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance)  ( coating , finishing , finish )
   a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance)
    The boat had a metallic finish
   the boat had a metallic finish
    He applied a coat of a clear finish
   he applied a coat of a clear finish
    When the finish is too thin it is difficult to apply evenly
   when the finish is too thin it is difficult to apply evenly
   
2. The act of finishing  ( finish , finishing )
   the act of finishing
    His best finish in a major tournament was third
   his best finish in a major tournament was third
    The speaker's finishing was greeted with applause
   the speaker's finishing was greeted with applause