closed book
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closed book

noun

Definition of CLOSED BOOK

: something beyond comprehension : enigma

Examples of CLOSED BOOK

  1. <the couple's unorthodox marriage is definitely a closed book to those outside of the relationship>

First Known Use of CLOSED BOOK

1913

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