1.
period; full stop (punctuation)
The punctuation mark (.) used to end a sentence, primarily in Western-language contexts. In Japanese typography, the equivalent is the 句点 (くてん).
2.
end; conclusion; a final stop
Used figuratively to mean putting a definitive end to something, such as a relationship, conflict, or era. Almost always appears in the phrase 終止符を打つ.
Composed of 終止 (ending, termination) + 符 (mark, sign).
Usage
Refers to a period/full stop (.) in Western-language punctuation. The Japanese equivalent is 句点 (。).
Much more commonly used in the figurative sense of "putting a definitive end to something." Almost always appears in the set expression 終止符を打つ.
Common patterns
Related Words
Related:
句点 (Japanese period (。))