The outcome or result of a process or act.
The end or close of a pleading, for example, the formal ending of an indictment, "against the peace", etc.
In an argument or syllogism, the proposition that follows as a necessary consequence of the premises.
A decision reached after careful thought.
An estoppel or bar by which a person is held to a particular position.
The end, finish, close or last part of something.
The formal beginning or initiation of any movement, enterprise, event etc.
The act of inaugurating, or inducting into office with solemnity; investiture by appropriate ceremonies.