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Meaning of close to
The primary meaning of "close to" refers to being in proximity or nearness, either physically or figuratively.
Etymology of close to
The phrase "close to" is derived from the Old English word "clūsan" meaning to shut or fasten, and the preposition "to" indicating direction or proximity
The modern English word "close" has evolved to encompass various meanings, including physical proximity, nearness in time, and similarity
Synonyms
near
nearby
adjacent
adjoining
bordering
contiguous
proximate
close
adjacent to
in close proximity
in the vicinity
neighboring
next to
beside
alongside
abreast
parallel
adjacent
conterminous
coterminous
proximal
nearby to
almost
about
around
roughly
nearly
nigh
hard by
in the neighborhood
not far from
Definitions
- Used to indicate a short distance away from something
- Used to indicate a short time before or after something
- Used to describe something that is similar or almost the same as something else
- Used to describe a close relationship or friendship
Usage Examples
- The hotel is close to the city center, making it an ideal location for tourists
- I'm close to finishing my project, but I need a bit more time
- She's close to her sister, and they talk every day
- The new policy is close to what we've been proposing for years
Antonyms
far from
distant
remote
away
apart
separated
detached
disconnected
isolated
removed
distant from
not near
far off
a long way from
remote from
unrelated
unconnected
disconnected
incongruous
inconsistent