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close
1 only a short distance away, or separated by only a short distanceWe can walk to the swimming pool – it’s quite close. close to: The hotel is close to the centre of town. close together: He had a cruel face with eyes that were too close together. close proximity: The area is in close proximity to a huge shopping centre. at close quarters/range: He had observed President Roosevelt at close quarters and absorbed many of his techniques. close work (=done only a short distance from your eyes): I only need my glasses for close work such as sewing. Synonyms and related words
Next to, near to and not far away 2 only a short time away, or separated by only a short timeclose to: You can’t go to the party; it’s too close to your exams. close together: The two bank holidays are quite close together in May. Synonyms and related words
Soon and as soon as possible 3 likely to happen soon or to do something soonEveryone believes that a peace deal is close. close to tears/collapse/death: By the end of the race he was close to collapse. close to doing something: We’re closer to signing a contract after today’s meeting. Synonyms and related words
Certain or likely to happen 4 careful and involving attention to every detailI’ll take a closer look at your homework tomorrow. close scrutiny/examination/inspection: Fowler’s research has come under close scrutiny. keep a close eye/watch on: The local police kept a close eye on his activities. Synonyms and related words 5 similar to someone or something else but not exactly the sameThat’s not exactly the colour I want, but it’s close. close to: The sensation is close to the feeling of floating. bear a close resemblance to someone/something: She bears a close resemblance to her mother. the closest (thing) to something: That’s the closest thing to an apology you’re going to get from Drew. Synonyms and related words 6 connected by shared interests and shared feelings such as love and respectMy brother and I are very close. Jamal and I have been close friends since we were six. close to: She’s close to both her parents. Synonyms and related words
Words used to describe relations and relationships acquainted a hungry mouth (to feed) an old friend/ally/enemy etc 6a used about relationshipsa close personal relationship Synonyms and related words
Words used to describe relations and relationships acquainted a hungry mouth (to feed) an old friend/ally/enemy etc
7 related to you directly, for example by being your parent, child, brother, or sisterHe has no close relatives. Synonyms and related words
Describing or relating to relatedness be distantly related to someone close direct 8 directly involved with someone and communicating with them a lot, especially as part of your joba close business associate close to: Sources close to the Prime Minister say he is ready to make a deal. Synonyms and related words
Words used to describe communication closely verbal communicative Synonyms and related words
Words used to describe relations and relationships acquainted a hungry mouth (to feed) an old friend/ally/enemy etc 8a used about activities or relationshipsWe’ve always worked in close cooperation with the local authority. in close contact/touch (with someone): We don’t share an office any more, but we still keep in close contact. Synonyms and related words
Words used to describe relations and relationships acquainted a hungry mouth (to feed) an old friend/ally/enemy etc
9 spokennearly correct‘I’d say you were about 35.’ ‘You’re close! I’m 37.’ Synonyms and related words 10 if something is close to a particular amount, number, level etc, it is almost that amount, number, level etcclose to: Unemployment on the island is close to 12 per cent. close on: He’s close on 50. Synonyms and related words 11 won or settled by only a few points, votes etcThe game was close, but Real Madrid eventually won. The next election will be a close contest. a close second/third/fourth etc: Irvine won the race, with Schumacher a close second. Synonyms and related words
Words used to describe positions in a competition 12 spokenused for saying that you have just succeeded in avoiding a dangerous or unpleasant situationThat was close! We would’ve been in trouble if you hadn’t swerved. Synonyms and related words 13 warm and uncomfortable because there does not seem to be enough fresh air Synonyms and related words
Making you feel uncomfortable uncomfortable tight unsettling 14 a close haircut or shave is very short and almost to the level of the skin Synonyms and related words
Hairstyle and types of hairstyle 15 only before nounprotected, watched, or guarded in a very careful and strict wayThe boys are being kept under close supervision for the rest of the term. Synonyms and related words 16 not willing to spend your money or give any to anyone Synonyms and related words 17 not willing to share information about yourself or your emotions Synonyms and related words
Showing no emotions and unaffected by emotions 18 close onvery nearly; almostHe’s close on 40. Submitted by:
Emran Khoshrouye Ghiasi from Iran, Islamic Republic of on 11/02/2019
a close call/shave/thing close, but no cigar close to home too close for comfort too close to call
close
1 only a short distance away, or separated by only a short distanceWe can walk to the mall – it’s very close. close to: The hotel is close to the historical district. close together: He had a cruel face with eyes that were too close together. close proximity: The neighborhood is in close proximity to a huge shopping center. at close quarters/range: He had observed President Roosevelt at close quarters and absorbed many of his techniques. close work (=done only a short distance from your eyes): I only need my glasses for close work such as sewing. Synonyms and related words
Next to, near to and not far away 2 only a short time away, or separated by only a short timeclose to: You can’t go to the party; it’s too close to your exam. close together: The two festivals are very close together in May. Synonyms and related words
Soon and as soon as possible 3 likely to happen soon or to do something soonEveryone believes that a peace deal is close. close to tears/collapse/death: By the end of the race he was close to collapse. close to doing something: We’re closer to signing a contract after today’s meeting. Synonyms and related words
Certain or likely to happen 4 careful and involving attention to every detailI’ll take a closer look at your homework tomorrow. close scrutiny/examination/inspection: Fowler’s research has come under close scrutiny. keep a close eye/watch on: The local police kept a close eye on his activities. Synonyms and related words 5 similar to someone or something else but not exactly the sameThat’s not exactly the color I want, but it’s close. close to: The sensation is close to the feeling of floating. bear a close resemblance to someone/something: She bears a close resemblance to her mother. the closest (thing) to something: That’s the closest thing to an apology you’re going to get from Drew. Synonyms and related words 6 connected by shared interests and shared feelings such as love and respectMy brother and I are very close. Jamal and I have been close friends since we were six. close to: She’s close to both her parents. Synonyms and related words
Words used to describe relations and relationships acquainted a hungry mouth (to feed) an old friend/ally/enemy etc. 6a used about relationshipsa close personal relationship Synonyms and related words
Words used to describe relations and relationships acquainted a hungry mouth (to feed) an old friend/ally/enemy etc.
7 related to you directly, for example by being your parent, child, brother, or sisterHe has no close relatives. Synonyms and related words
Describing or relating to relatedness be distantly related to someone close direct 8 directly involved with someone and communicating with them a lot, especially as part of your joba close business associate close to: Sources close to the CEO say he is ready to make a deal. Synonyms and related words
Words used to describe communication verbal nonverbal interactive Synonyms and related words
Words used to describe relations and relationships acquainted a hungry mouth (to feed) an old friend/ally/enemy etc. 8a used about activities or relationshipsWe’ve always worked in close cooperation with the FBI. in close contact/touch (with someone): We don’t share an office any more, but we still keep in close contact. Synonyms and related words
Words used to describe relations and relationships acquainted a hungry mouth (to feed) an old friend/ally/enemy etc.
9 spokennearly correct“I’d say you were about 35.” “You’re close! I’m 37.” Synonyms and related words 10 if something is close to a particular amount, number, level, etc., it is almost that amount, number, level, etc.close to: Unemployment on the island is close to 12 percent. Synonyms and related words 11 won or settled by only a few points, votes, etc.The game was close, but Denver finally won in overtime. The next congressional election will be a close contest in Ohio. a close second/third/fourth etc.: Irvine won the race, with Schumacher a close second. Synonyms and related words
Words used to describe positions in a competition 12 spokenused for saying that you have just succeeded in avoiding a dangerous or unpleasant situationThat was close! We would’ve been in trouble if you hadn’t swerved. Synonyms and related words 13 a close haircut or shave is very short and almost to the level of the skin Synonyms and related words
Hairstyle and types of hairstyle 14 only before nounprotected, watched, or guarded in a very careful and strict wayThe boys are being kept under close supervision for the rest of the semester. Synonyms and related words 15 warm and uncomfortable because there does not seem to be enough fresh air Synonyms and related words
Making you feel uncomfortable uncomfortable tight unsettling 16 not willing to spend your money or give any to anyone Synonyms and related words 17 not willing to share information about yourself or your emotions Synonyms and related words
Showing no emotions and unaffected by emotions 18 close onvery nearly; almostHe’s close on 40. Submitted by:
Emran Khoshrouye Ghiasi from Iran, Islamic Republic of on 11/02/2019
a close call close, but no cigar close to home too close for comfort too close to call
close
1 only a short distance awayShe moved closer, trying to hear what Jack was saying. close to: He clutched his bag close to his chest. Mark was standing dangerously close to the edge of the cliff. close together: They lay close together on the beach. close behind: Mary went first, with Jill close behind. draw/hold someone close (=pull/hold them against your body): He drew me close and hugged me tightly. close by/close at hand: We didn’t need to worry because help was close at hand. Synonyms and related words
Next to, near to and not far away 2 only a short time awayAs the summer grew closer, we started to think about leaving. Synonyms and related words
Soon and as soon as possible
close on/to something close up come close (to) come close to (doing) something run someone close
close
1 only a short distance awayShe moved closer, trying to hear what Jack was saying. close to: He clutched his bag close to his chest. Mark was standing dangerously close to the edge of the cliff. close behind: Mary went first, with Jill close behind. close together: They lay close together on the beach. draw/hold someone close (=pull/hold them against your body): He drew me close and hugged me tightly. close by/close at hand: We didn’t need to worry because help was close at hand. Synonyms and related words
Next to, near to and not far away 2 only a short time awayAs the summer grew closer, we started to think about leaving. Synonyms and related words
Soon and as soon as possible
close to something close up come close (to) come close to (doing) something
close1
noun singular UK /kləʊz/ 1 the end of something such as a period of time, event, or activityclose of: towards the close of the 18th century at the close of business/trading: Shares were unchanged at 48p at the close of business today. draw/come to a close: The event occurred at the time when the Stone Age was drawing to a close. bring/draw/call something to a close: I will do anything to help bring this matter to a close. It’s time to call this meeting to a close. Synonyms and related words
Ends, finishes and final stages
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noun singular US /kloʊz/ 1 the end of something such as a period of time, event, or activityclose of: toward the close of the 18th century at the close of business/trading: Stocks were unchanged at $1.45 at the close of business today. draw/come to a close: The event occurred at the time when the Stone Age was drawing to a close. bring/draw/call something to a close: I will do anything to help bring this matter to a close. It’s time to call this meeting to a close. Synonyms and related words
Ends, finishes and final stages
close
1 intransitive/transitive if you close something, or if it closes, it moves to cover an open areaClose the door quietly behind you. Did the fridge door close completely? I was just closing my eyes to go to sleep when the phone rang. Her mouth closed after a moment and she said nothing. Synonyms and related words
To close or lock something close off close up lock out 1a transitive to move together the parts of something that was spread to its full sizeNick closed his book and put it down. Closing the umbrella, she ran for the car. Synonyms and related words
To fold or furl something
2 intransitive/transitive to stop doing business at regular times or temporarilyWe close the office at noon on Fridays. Snow forced both airports to close. close for: We will close for stocktaking next week. close on: The Blue Café closes on Mondays. Synonyms and related words
Closing a business and ceasing to operate a business 2a close or close down intransitive/transitive to stop doing business or operating permanentlyThe government plans to close 10 coal mines. Small shops are closing because of competition from the large chains. Synonyms and related words
Closing a business and ceasing to operate a business
3 transitive to stop people or vehicles from entering or leaving a place, using a road etcThey have closed their border with Albania. close something to something: There is a proposal to close the park to traffic. close something for something: The bridge will have to be closed for repairs. Synonyms and related words
To stop someone from entering or leaving a place shut out seal off cordon off 4 close or close out intransitive/transitive if something such as a discussion, activity, or event closes, or if you close it, it endsCan we close this matter and move on? Her latest Broadway show closed after only three performances. close with: The letter closes with an appeal for money. close something by doing something: He closed the meeting by thanking everyone for coming. close a case (=end an investigation): The police are closing the case because of a lack of evidence. Synonyms and related words
To come to an end come to an end pass run out 4a intransitive if something such as an offer closes, it stops being available Synonyms and related words
To come to an end come to an end pass run out
5 close or close down intransitive/transitive if a computer program closes, or if you close it, it stops operating and disappears from your computer screenSynonyms and related words
What computers and computer programs do 6 close or close up intransitive/transitive to reduce the distance or difference between people or thingsclose on: Williams was leading but the other runners were closing on him fast. close the gap between: Closing the gap between rich and poor would help to improve the health of the nation. Synonyms and related words
To move closer together in a group 7 transitive to stop having an account with a bank, shop etcWe closed our bank account and opened a new one online. Synonyms and related words 8 close or close out transitive businessto successfully complete the arrangements for a business dealHe had to lower the price to close the sale. Synonyms and related words
To do business and relating to doing business 9 intransitive/transitive to put or have your fingers, hands, or arms around someone or somethingclose around/over: Her hand closed tightly over his. Synonyms and related words
To move your limbs and appendages 10 intransitive businessto have a particular value when people stop buying and selling on a stock exchange at the end of a day Synonyms and related words
Stocks and shares and the stock exchange 11 close or close up intransitive/transitive if you close a wound (=injury or cut in your skin), or if it closes, the edges join and the skin becomes healthy againSynonyms and related words
To perform a medical test, treatment or operation abort anaesthetise anaesthetize 12 transitive to make a connection in an electric circuit Synonyms and related words
To connect or disconnect a machine or piece of equipment
close the book on something close your ears to something close your eyes to something close your mind to something close ranks
close down close in close off close out close up close
1 intransitive/transitive if you close something, or if it closes, it moves to cover an open areaClose the door quietly behind you. Did the fridge door close completely? I was just closing my eyes to go to sleep when the phone rang. Her mouth closed after a moment and she said nothing. Synonyms and related words
To close or lock something 1a transitive to move together the parts of something that was spread to its full sizeNick closed his book and put it down. Closing the umbrella, she ran for the car. Synonyms and related words
To fold or furl something
2 intransitive/transitive to stop doing business at regular times or temporarilyWe close the office at noon Fridays. Snow forced both airports to close. close for: We will close for our annual inventory next week. close on: The Blue Café closes on Mondays. Synonyms and related words
Closing a business and ceasing to operate a business 2a close or close down intransitive/transitive to stop doing business or operating permanentlyThe company plans to close 10 coal mines. Small stores are closing because of competition from the large chains. Synonyms and related words
Closing a business and ceasing to operate a business
3 transitive to stop people or vehicles from entering or leaving a place, using a road, etc.They have closed their border with Albania. close something to something: There is a proposal to close the park to traffic. close something for something: The bridge will have to be closed for repairs. Synonyms and related words
To stop someone from entering or leaving a place shut out seal off cordon off 4 close or close out intransitive/transitive if something such as a discussion, activity, or event closes, or if you close it, it endsCan we close this matter and move on? Her latest Broadway show closed after only three performances. close with: The letter closes with an appeal for money. close something by doing something: He closed the meeting by thanking everyone for coming. close a case (=end an investigation): The police are closing the case because of a lack of evidence. Synonyms and related words
To come to an end come to an end pass run out 4a intransitive if something such as an offer closes, it stops being available Synonyms and related words
To come to an end come to an end pass run out
5 close or close down intransitive/transitive if a computer program closes, or if you close it, it stops operating and disappears from your computer screenSynonyms and related words
What computers and computer programs do 6 close or close up intransitive/transitive to reduce the distance or difference between people or thingsclose on: Williams was leading but the other runners were closing on him fast. close the gap between: Closing the gap between rich and poor would help to improve the health of the nation. Synonyms and related words
To move closer together in a group 7 transitive to stop having an account with a bank, store, etc.We closed our bank account and opened a new one online. Synonyms and related words 8 close or close out transitive businessto successfully complete the arrangements for a business dealHe had to lower the price to close the sale. Synonyms and related words
To do business and relating to doing business 9 intransitive/transitive to put or have your fingers, hands, or arms around someone or somethingclose around/over: Her hand closed tightly over his. Synonyms and related words
To move your limbs and appendages spread fold your arms/hands bend 10 intransitive businessto have a particular value when people stop buying and selling on a stock exchange at the end of a day Synonyms and related words
Stocks and shares and the stock exchange 11 close or close up intransitive/transitive if you close a wound (=injury or cut in your skin), or if it closes, the edges join and the skin becomes healthy againSynonyms and related words
To perform a medical test, treatment or operation abort anaesthetize anesthetize 12 transitive to make a connection in an electric circuit Synonyms and related words
To connect or disconnect a machine or piece of equipment
close the book on something close your ears to something close your eyes to something close your mind to something close ranks
close down close in close off close out close up |