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conclusion

con·clu·sion [ kən kl'n ] (plural con·clu·sions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. decision based on facts: a decision made or an opinion formed after considering the relevant facts or evidence

2. final part of something: the part that brings something to a close ( formal )

3. final settlement of something: the completion of a formal agreement or deal, especially after long or detailed discussions and arrangements

4. closing argument in trial: the summation or closing argument at the end of the case being tried

5. logic part of argument deduced from evidence: the portion of an argument for which evidence is presented

[14th century. Directly or via French< Latin conclusion-< conclus-, past participle of concludere (see conclude)]
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