Definition of Close
Close
Close


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To shut or bring together the parts of something, or to end a activity.

e.g. Please close the door behind you when you leave.

(verb)
to bring to an end;

e.g. The police department closed the investigation after finding evidence that proved that the death was accidental and not pre-meditated.

(verb)
to cease the operation of something;

e.g. The store closes at 8 PM today.

(adjective)
being near in degree, distance, or time;

e.g. Your birthday is pretty close to mine!

(adjective)
intimate or familiar;

e.g. We have been close friends for the past 3 years.

(adverb)
in a position such that one is very near someone or something;

e.g. She stood close to the door waiting for her parents to return.



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