To move so as to cover an opening; shut. Please close the door when you leave the room.
To bring or come to an end; conclude. The meeting will close at 5 PM.
To cease operation or activity, typically temporarily or permanently. The store will close for renovations next week.
To reduce the distance or gap between two things. The runner managed to close the gap with the leader in the final lap.
To finalize a business deal or agreement. They are hoping to close the deal by the end of the month.
The end or conclusion of something. The close of the meeting was marked by a round of applause.
A narrow passageway or alley, especially in a city. The old town was full of winding closes and hidden courtyards.
A residential street or area, typically a cul-de-sac. They lived in a quiet close on the outskirts of the city.
The end of the daily trading session on a financial market, especially the final price at that time. The company’s shares rallied sharply just before the close.
The store is very close to my house.
Having a strong personal relationship. They have been close friends since childhood.
She gave the document a close examination.
Narrow or tight in terms of space or margin. The race was a close finish.
Secretive or not willing to share information. He is very close about his personal life.
Uncomfortably warm, humid, and lacking fresh air; stuffy. It was so close in the cabin that everyone was sweating.
Not generous with money; stingy. My uncle is very close with his money and rarely spends on anything unnecessary.