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Definition close in British English

close noun

[singular] noun
/kləʊz/
1

the end of something such as a period of time, event, or activity

Example

towards the close of the 18th century

Example

Shares were unchanged at 48p at the close of business today.

Example

The event occurred at the time when the Stone Age was drawing to a close.

Example

I will do anything to help bring this matter to a close.

Example

It's time to call this meeting to a close.

Synonyms and related words
end ending finish
Definition close in British English

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