closure (Meaning)
closure (n)
approaching a particular destination; a coming closer; a narrowing of a gap
a rule for limiting or ending debate in a deliberative body
a Gestalt principle of organization holding that there is an innate tendency to perceive incomplete objects as complete and to close or fill gaps and to perceive asymmetric stimuli as symmetric
something settled or resolved; the outcome of decision making
an obstruction in a pipe or tube
the act of blocking
termination of operations
closure (v)
terminate debate by calling for a vote
closure (v. t.)
The act of shutting; a closing; as, the closure of a chink.
That which closes or shuts; that by which separate parts are fastened or closed.
That which incloses or confines; an inclosure.
A conclusion; an end.
A method of putting an end to debate and securing an immediate vote upon a measure before a legislative body. It is similar in effect to the previous question. It was first introduced into the British House of Commons in 1882. The French word cloture was originally applied to this proceeding.
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closure Sentence Examples
- The closure of the factory left many employees without jobs.
- The therapist guided her client through the process of finding closure after a traumatic event.
- The closure of the bridge for maintenance caused significant traffic delays.
- He sought closure by confronting the person who had wronged him.
- The closure of the restaurant was announced due to financial difficulties.
- The closure of the school for renovations was met with mixed reactions from parents.
- The closure of the deal brought relief to both parties involved.
- She struggled to find closure after the sudden death of her pet.
- The closure of the store left a vacant space in the shopping center.
- Finding closure allowed her to move on and start a new chapter in her life.
FAQs About the word closure
approaching a particular destination; a coming closer; a narrowing of a gap, a rule for limiting or ending debate in a deliberative body, a Gestalt principle of
shutdown,cessation, end, close, halt, ending, conclusion, discontinuation, finish,termination
continuance, extension,continuation, extension, continuation, continuance, persistence,persistence,prolongation, prolongation
The closure of the factory left many employees without jobs.
The therapist guided her client through the process of finding closure after a traumatic event.
The closure of the bridge for maintenance caused significant traffic delays.
He sought closure by confronting the person who had wronged him.
