expression, godan verb (-ku)
be settled; be brought to an end
Used when a matter, dispute, or problem is finally resolved or concluded. Often implies that a long-standing issue has been put to rest.
See also: けり
長かった裁判もようやくけりが付いた。
The long trial was finally settled.
長年の争いに今日でけりが付いた。
The long-running dispute was settled today.