closing

US /ˈklozɪŋ/

UK /ˈkləuziŋ/

A1
v.t./i.Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)To come progressively nearer to something
The cat is closing slowly onto the bird to attack it
v.t./i.Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)To end; to bring to an end
The meeting will be closing before it becomes dark
v.t./i.Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)To make something shut; stop from being open
Paul was closing the door when the teacher came in
n.NounThe act of bringing to an end.
The closing of the deal is scheduled for next week.
n.NounThe final transaction in the sale of a property.
The closing on our new house is scheduled for next week.
n.NounThe concluding part of a speech or presentation.
The lawyer gave a powerful closing argument to the jury.
adj.AdjectiveRelating to the end or conclusion of something.
The closing price of the stock was higher than expected.
v.t./i.Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)To bring closer together; to reduce a gap or difference.
The company is closing the gap between its performance and its potential.
n.NounA ceremony to mark the end of an event.
The closing ceremony of the Olympics was a spectacular event.

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