loose end
Language: en
Worldwideneutral
- A free or dangling part of a rope, thread, string, or similar material that is not secured or tied.
- A projecting or unattached piece of material liable to catch or cause failure if not dealt with.
Worldwideneutral
- An unresolved detail, unfinished matter, or remaining minor problem in an activity, plan, or account that still requires attention.
UKUSWorldwideinformal
- A state of having nothing to do; being idle, bored, or temporarily without occupation (commonly used in the phrase "at a loose end").
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