Closing
7 lettersverbcommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
Present participle of close; the act of shutting or bringing to an end. It can also refer to the final part or conclusion of something, or approaching nearer to someone or something.
“The shop is closing early today for staff training.”
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Contains -ING ending; watch for the CLOS- root pattern
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Scrabble
Worth 10 points; present participle with versatile usage
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