final cause

/ˌfaɪnl kɔz/

Other forms: final causes

Definitions of final cause
  1. noun
    (philosophy) the end or purpose of a thing or process
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    type of:
    aim, design, intent, intention, mission, purpose
    an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
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