fag end

noun

1. the last part or very end of something.

   the fag end of a rope.

2. the unfinished end of a piece of cloth; remnant.

fag end

noun

1. the last and worst part, esp when it is of little use

2. informal,  the stub of a cigarette

Word History and Origins

Origin of fag end¹

First recorded in 1605–15

Word History and Origins

Origin of fag end¹

C17: see _fag ²

Related Words

• back end 
• rear 
• rudder