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Definition finite in American English

finite adjective

adjective
/ˈfaɪˌnaɪt/
1

existing only in limited numbers or amounts, or continuing only for a limited time or distance

Example

The world's finite resources must be used wisely.

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2

a finite clause has a verb that shows a particular tense and agrees with the subject in number. For example 'she plays guitar' is a finite clause. The verb 'plays' indicates present tense and a singular subject.

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Definition finite in American English