Definitions

1. verb

to shut or fasten so as to prevent entrance or exit

“Please close the door before we leave.”

2. noun

the distance or space between two points or objects

“The close proximity of the houses made the neighborhood feel crowded.”

3. adjective

happening or occurring soon, especially at the end of a period

“The close of the season brought a surge in sales.”

4. noun

a person or thing that is close to someone or something

“She was a close friend of the family.”

5. verb

to bring or come together closely

“The company is trying to close the deal soon.”

6. noun

a score in golf, especially at the end of a round

“He had a close of 72 at the end of the tournament.”