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Meaning of the word closer in English

What does closer mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

closer

US /ˈkloʊ.zɚ/
UK /ˈkloʊ.zɚ/
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Adjective

1.

nearer in space or time

Example:
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The finish line is getting closer.
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Can you move a bit closer to the screen?
Synonym:
nearer
Synonym:
furtherfarther

Adverb

1.

nearer

Example:
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He moved closer to hear the whisper.
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The two friends grew closer over the years.
Synonym:
nearer
Synonym:
furtherfarther

Noun

1.

a person or thing that closes something

Example:
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The new machine has an automatic closer for the packaging.
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He is the team's designated closer in baseball.
Synonym:
finisherclosersealer
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