closing

noun

clos·ing ˈklō-ziŋ

Synonyms of closing next

: a concluding part (as of a speech)

: a closable gap (as in an article of clothing)

: a meeting of parties to a real-estate deal for formally transferring title

Examples of closing in a Sentence

the closing of the local school We met with our lawyer before the closing on our new house.

Recent Examples on the Web The Syrian table, the closing of Kinn, influencer restaurants and red wine headaches. —

Laurie Ochoa, Los Angeles Times, 25 Nov. 2023 The jury is still hearing evidence and closing arguments in the case aren’t expected until later this month or in early December, according to lawyers involved in the case. —

Tim Loh, Fortune Europe, 20 Nov. 2023 This fall, the recent wave of maternity unit closings across the U.S. arrived at Monroe County Hospital. —

Bracey Harris, NBC News, 18 Nov. 2023 They were heard and following a closing statement by the final candidate, the program was concluded and all attendees exited the venue. —

Naomi Lim, Washington Examiner, 18 Nov. 2023 But there’s also a risk of disappointment given elevated expectations, with the stock closing at a record on Tuesday. —

Jeran Wittenstein, Fortune, 17 Nov. 2023 Both parties delivered closing arguments on Wednesday. —

Isabella Murray, ABC News, 18 Nov. 2023 Kay also challenged the propriety of statements made by the prosecutor during her closing arguments. —

Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 16 Nov. 2023 Charlie Adelson in court during closing arguments in Tallahassee, Fla., on Nov. 6.Alicia Devine / Pool/Tallahassee Democrat via AP file Prosecutors had accused Magbanua of hiring Sigfredo Garcia, the father of her two children, to carry out the murder. —

Tim Stelloh, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2023 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

1596, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler

The first known use of closing was in 1596

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“Closing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/closing. Accessed 5 Dec. 2023.

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Kids Definition

closing

noun

clos·ing ˈklō-ziŋ

: a concluding part

Legal Definition

closing

noun

clos·ing ˈklō-ziŋ

: the fulfillment or performance of a contract especially for the sale of real estate

also : a meeting at which the closing of a contract takes place

represented us at the closing

Note: At the closing for the completion of the sale of real property, the purchase price is paid and title is transferred to the purchaser or mortgagor.