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closest

/ˈkləʊsɪst/ · verb

Meaning

  1. (physical) To remove a gap.
  2. (social) To finish, to terminate.
  3. To come or gather around; to enclose; to encompass; to confine.
  4. To have a vector sum of 0; that is, to form a closed polygon.
  5. Closed, shut.
  6. Narrow; confined.
  7. At a little distance; near.
  8. Intimate; well-loved.
  9. Oppressive; without motion or ventilation; causing a feeling of lassitude.
  10. (Ireland, England, Scotland) Hot, humid, with no wind.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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