Definition of close

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Close (v. t.) Concise; to the point; as, close reasoning..

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Phalanx :: Phalanx (n.) Any body of troops or men formed in close array, or any combination of people distinguished for firmness and solidity of a union..
Tighten :: Tighten (v. t.) To draw tighter; to straiten; to make more close in any manner.
Strait-laced :: Strait-jacket (n.) A dress of strong materials for restraining maniacs or those who are violently delirious. It has long sleeves, which are closed at the ends, confining the hands, and may be tied behind the back..
Closer :: Closer (n.) The last stone in a horizontal course, if of a less size than the others, or a piece of brick finishing a course..
Wink :: Wink (v. i.) To close and open the eyelids quickly; to nictitate; to blink.
Inspecttion :: Inspecttion (n.) The act or process of inspecting or looking at carefully; a strict or prying examination; close or careful scrutiny; investigation.
Sperre :: Sperre (v. t.) To shut in; to support; to inclose; to fasten.
Holmos :: Holmos (n.) A closed vessel of nearly spherical form on a high stem or pedestal.
Inclose :: Inclose (v. t.) To put into harness; to harness.
Kink :: Kink (n.) A twist or loop in a rope or thread, caused by a spontaneous doubling or winding upon itself; a close loop or curl; a doubling in a cord..
Dentiloquist :: Dentiloquist (n.) One who speaks through the teeth, that is, with the teeth closed..
Pack :: Pack (n.) To make a pack of; to arrange closely and securely in a pack; hence, to place and arrange compactly as in a pack; to press into close order or narrow compass; as to pack goods in a box; to pack fish..
Skinbound :: Skinbound (a.) Having the skin adhering closely and rigidly to the flesh; hidebound.
Closehanded :: Closehanded (a.) Covetous; penurious; stingy; closefisted.
Jack :: "Jack (n.) A large tree, the Artocarpus integrifolia, common in the East Indies, closely allied to the breadfruit, from which it differs in having its leaves entire. The fruit is of great size, weighing from thirty to forty pounds, and through its soft fibrous matter are scattered the seeds, which are roasted and eaten. The wood is of a yellow color, fine grain, and rather heavy, and is much used in cabinetwork. It is also used for dyeing a brilliant yellow..
Conglutinant :: Conglutinant (a.) Cementing together; uniting closely; causing to adhere; promoting healing, as of a wound or a broken bone, by adhesion of the parts..
Evening :: Evening (n.) The latter part and close of the day, and the beginning of darkness or night; properly, the decline of the day, or of the sum..
Close :: Close (adv.) Secretly; darkly.
Imporous :: Imporous (a.) Destitute of pores; very close or compact in texture; solid.
Testudo :: Testudo (n.) A cover or screen which a body of troops formed with their shields or targets, by holding them over their heads when standing close to each other. This cover resembled the back of a tortoise, and served to shelter the men from darts, stones, and other missiles. A similar defense was sometimes formed of boards, and moved on wheels..
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