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dyke vs close in

close in vs dyke

dyke is a noun but close in is not a noun.

dyke and close in both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
dyke Yes No Yes No
close in No No Yes No
As verbs, close in is a hypernym of dyke; that is, close in is a word with a broader meaning than dyke:
  • dyke: enclose with a dike
  • close in: surround completely
Other hypernyms of dyke include enclose, inclose, shut in.
dyke (noun) close in (noun)
a barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea
(slang) offensive term for a lesbian who is noticeably masculine
dyke (verb) close in (verb)
enclose with a dike surround completely
advance or converge on
Difference between dyke and close in

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