To change from being open to not being open, or to cause something to do this: When a shop…. Learn more.

[transitive, intransitive] close (something) to put something into a position so that it covers an opening; To get into this position … To put (something) in a position to obstruct an entrance, opening, etc. ; See examples of close used in a sentence. To close is to shut something or to end something. You could close a door, close your mouth, or even close a deal. The close of a period of time or an activity is the end of it.

To close is to shut something or to end something. You could close a door, close your mouth, or even close a deal. The close of a period of time or an activity is the end of it. To bring or draw something to a close means to end it. Giving or spending with reluctance; He is known to be close with his money.

He is known to be close with his money.