last word

last word

n.

1. The final statement in a verbal argument.

2.

a. A conclusive or authoritative statement or treatment: The report was considered to be the last word on the hazards of smoking.

b. Power or authority of ultimate decision: The treasurer has the last word in all financial matters.

3. Informal The newest or most fashionable example of its kind; the latest thing: a food processor that is the last word in kitchen equipment.

Thesaurus

Noun	1.	last word - the final statement in a verbal argument; "she always gets the last word" argument, statement - a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true; "it was a strong argument that his hypothesis was true"
	2.	last word - an authoritative statement; "my doctor has the last word on the medicines I take" authority - an authoritative written work; "this book is the final authority on the life of Milton"
	3.	last word - elegance by virtue of being fashionable chic, chicness, modishness, stylishness, swank, chichi, smartness elegance - a refined quality of gracefulness and good taste; "she conveys an aura of elegance and gentility" dapperness, jauntiness, nattiness, rakishness - stylishness as evidenced by a smart appearance