closed
10 ENTRIES FOUND:
Britannica Dictionary definition of CLOSED
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covering an opening
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having an opening that is covered
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All the windows in the house are closed. [=shut]
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Keep your eyes closed.
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He looked at me through half-closed eyes.
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a closed container
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a closed umbrella
2
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not operating or open to the public
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The store is closed for lunch between 1 and 2 p.m.
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The beach is closed this time of night.
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These restrooms are closed for cleaning.
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a closed road/bridge
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a
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having ended
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not being worked on anymore
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The case is closed.
b
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no longer able to be discussed
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The question is closed.
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The chairman declared the discussion closed and allowed no further speeches.
4
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including only people from a particular group
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There was a closed circle of advisers protecting the President.
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clubs with closed memberships
5
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happening in private
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not allowing the public to participate or know what is being said or done
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The meeting was closed to the public.
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The Prime Minister said that today's closed meeting with the President was particularly constructive.
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a closed session of Congress
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not willing to listen to or accept different ideas or opinions
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closed societies
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I had a closed mind at first, but now I understand the need for change.
behind closed doors
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in a private room or place
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in private
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All of their meetings are held behind closed doors.
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They seemed like the perfect couple, but you never know what goes on behind closed doors.
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The decisions are made behind closed doors.
