Pronunciation

/kloʊz/

Definitions

Noun

• Close (adj): 1. Adjacent or neighboring; nearby. For example: “The houses were close together, forming a row.”
• 2. In a state of being shut or closed; not open. For example: “The store will be closed for maintenance.”
• 3. Intimate or confidential; familiar. For example: “We had a close relationship with our neighbors.”
• 4. (informal) Friendly or affectionate. For example: “She’s always been a close friend.”

Verb

• Close (v): 1. To bring or make something shut or sealed. For example: “Please close the window before leaving.”
• 2. To end or terminate a meeting, event, or session. For example: “The ceremony was scheduled to close at 6 PM.”
• 3. (finance) To settle a financial transaction by paying off the debt or buying back the shares. For example: “The company closed the deal on Friday.”
• 4. To approach someone or something emotionally or intellectually. For example: “She closed in on the answer after careful consideration.”

Adverb

• Closely (adv): With great care or scrutiny; attentively. For example: “She studied the report closely before making a decision.”

Phrases

• “Close the door” means to shut a door.
• “Keep it close” refers to keeping something secure or private.
• “Stay close” is a request to remain near or not wander away.
• “Close friends” denote strong bonds between people.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The houses were so close that we could hear each other’s laughter.”
• Verb: “She closed the book and put it on the shelf.”
• Adverb: “She followed the instructions closely to avoid mistakes.”

Synonyms

• Shut
• Seal
• Finish
• End
• Conclude
• Tighten
• Halt
• Seal up
• Bring to an end