noun - the outer edge or boundary of an area, often referring to a secured or guarded zone
noun, technical - a haft is the handle of a weapon or tool, especially of a knife or axe
noun - the amount of time an employee or employer must give before ending a job or contract
noun - compensation paid to an employee upon termination of employment; the ending of employment, often with compensation
noun, formal - the experience of losing a loved one through death, often accompanied by deep sorrow and mourning