final cut

noun

Meaning

The definitive, approved version of a film or video project after all editing is complete.

Examples

The studio executives demanded to see the final cut before approving the marketing budget.
After months of re-editing, the director was finally satisfied with the final cut of her documentary.

Synonyms: finished version, final edit, theatrical cut, director's cut

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final cut

noun

Pronunciation: ˈfaɪnəl kʌt

Definition

The definitive, approved version of a film or video project after all editing is complete.

Examples

The studio executives demanded to see the final cut before approving the marketing budget.
After months of re-editing, the director was finally satisfied with the final cut of her documentary.

Synonyms of final cut

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