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Definition closure in British English

closure noun

noun
/ˈkləʊʒə(r)/
Example

an increase in hospital closures

Example

The closure of the centre would be a terrible loss to the community.

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2

the end of something such as a discussion, piece of writing, activity, or event

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3

the feeling that an unpleasant experience has ended or been settled

Example

The investigation should bring some closure to the relatives of those who have died.

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Definition closure in British English