overclose

/ˈoʊvərˌkloʊz/

Definitions

1. verb

to close something completely, especially a business or an account, often in a way that is considered sudden or final.

“The company was forced to overclose due to financial difficulties.”

2. noun

a business or account that has been closed, often suddenly or unexpectedly.

“The overclose of the small firm had a significant impact on the local economy.”

3. verb

to shut or block something completely, especially a passage or a way.

“The storm caused the river to overclose, flooding the nearby villages.”

Synonyms

  • close
  • shut
  • terminate

Antonyms

  • continue
  • reopen