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close vs closing

closing vs close

close and closing both are nouns.

close and closing both are adjectives.

close is a verb but closing is not a verb.

close is an adverb but closing is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
close Yes Yes Yes Yes
closing Yes Yes No No
As nouns, close and closing are synonyms defined as:
  • close and closing: the last section of a communication
Other synonyms of close include conclusion, end, ending.
close (noun) closing (noun)
the concluding part of any performance termination of operations
the last section of a communication the act of closing something
the temporal end; the concluding time a concluding action
approaching a particular destination; a coming closer; a narrowing of a gap
the last section of a communication
close (adjective) closing (adjective)
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other final or ending
close in relevance or relationship
not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances
marked by fidelity to an original
rigorously attentive; strict and thorough
crowded
(of a contest or contestants) evenly matched
of textiles
confined to specific persons
strictly confined or guarded
used of hair or haircuts
giving or spending with reluctance
fitting closely but comfortably
inclined to secrecy or reticence about divulging information
lacking fresh air
close (verb) closing (verb)
finish a game in baseball by protecting a lead
complete a business deal, negotiation, or an agreement
move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut
become closed
bar access to
fill or stop up
bring together all the elements or parts of
unite or bring into contact or bring together the edges of
change one's body stance so that the forward shoulder and foot are closer to the intended point of impact
come together, as if in an embrace
draw near
cause a window or an application to disappear on a computer desktop
cease to operate or cause to cease operating
finish or terminate (meetings, speeches, etc.)
engage at close quarters
come to a close
be priced or listed when trading stops
close (adverb) closing (adverb)
near in time or place or relationship
in an attentive manner
Difference between close and closing

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