tag end

/tæɡ ɛnd/

NOUN

1. The very end or final part

The last, farthest, or concluding part of something, such as an object, period of time, sequence, or event.

Used to describe the extreme end, rear portion, or terminal part of a physical object, structure, or material.

She carefully tied the string around the tag end of the gift wrapping.
With a quick snip, she removed the tag end of the thread, leaving a seamless finish.

Used to refer to the concluding portion of a period, process, activity, or sequence, particularly when only a small amount remains before completion.

As the day neared its tag end, the sky was painted in hues of orange and pink.
The project was almost complete, with only the tag end of the paperwork left to finish.

NOUN

A small portion, fragment, or quantity remaining after the larger or main part has been used, removed, or consumed.

Used to describe small pieces or fragments remaining from something after most of it has been used, consumed, or removed.

Used figuratively for a small amount or portion left after the greater part of something has been exhausted, distributed, or completed.