closed

word · lemma: close

/ˈkɫoʊzd/
klohzd
/klˈəʊzd/
klohzd

Definition

Not open, or not operating at a particular time. It can describe a door, window, shop, road, account, or any place or thing that has been shut.

Usage & Nuances

Often used after 'be': 'The store is closed.' For businesses, it means not open to customers; for objects, it means shut. Common collocations: 'closed door', 'closed shop', 'closed road', 'closed account'. Don't confuse it with 'close' /kloʊs/ meaning 'near'.

Example Sentences

The door is closed.

basic

The bank is closed on Sunday.

basic

Please keep your eyes closed.

basic

Sorry, we're closed right now — come back at nine.

natural

The road was closed after the accident.

natural

He looked at me with his mouth closed, but I could tell he was upset.

natural