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British pronunciation/klˈəʊs ˈʌp/
American pronunciation/klˈoʊs ˈʌp/

Definition & Meaning of "close up"

to close up
[phrase form: close]
01

to shut or bring together the edges of something and seal them, often referring to a gap or opening

to close up definition and meaning
02

to no longer be willing to speak about something or make contact with someone

to close up definition and meaning
03

to gradually become sealed or less open

04

to temporarily shut and lock the doors of a building, store, etc. to the public for a specific period

05

to prevent movement through a particular area or passage

06

to bring individuals or objects nearer to each other, reducing the distance or gap between them

07

to bring the edges of a cut or wound together and sew them to promote healing and minimize the risk of infection

08

(of a wound, cut, etc.) to become sealed or healed, through the natural process of body forming new skin to cover the injured area

close up
01

from a short distance

close up definition and meaning

close up

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Example
Double-check you closed up the box before wrapping the present.
The tailor carefully closed up the seam on the dress, making sure it was invisible.
The gate automatically closed up after the last person entered, securing the restricted area.
The flower petals closed up in the evening, only to bloom again with the morning sun.
When the protesters reached the entrance, security personnel closed up, preventing further access.
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