perclose

/ˈpɜːrkloʊz/

Definitions

1. verb

to shut or close something, especially a door or gate.

“The heavy storm forced the authorities to perclose the bridge.”

2. verb

to bring to a close or end.

“The manager had to perclose the negotiations due to a lack of progress.”

3. noun

the act of shutting or closing something, especially a door or gate.

“The perclose of the gates was the signal for the people to enter the city.”

Synonyms

  • close
  • shut

Antonyms

  • open
  • unseal