Last

last, n. A foot-shaped block, on which boots or shoes are formed. [AS. last, least, Goth, laists, foot track, path, fr. Goth, lais, I know, — the trace being that by which one knows a man's path, leis an, to find out; learn.'] Last, v. To continue in time, endure; to continue unimpaired, hold out. [AS. Isestan, to observe, perform, last, remain, fr. last (above), Goth, laistjan, to follow, f — Last'ing, p. a. Of long continuance that may continue or endure durable permanent. — n. A very durable woolen stuff.