CLOSELY definition: 1. in a way that is directly connected or has a strong relationship: 2. carefully and paying…. Learn more.

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Definition of closely adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. near in space or time. He walked into the room, closely followed by the rest of the family. near in family relationship. …

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Being near in space or time. See Usage Note at redundancy. 2. Being near in relationship: close relatives. 3. Bound by mutual interests, loyalties, or affections; intimate: close friends. 4. …

Definition of closely as in nearly to a close degree closely resembling a normal outfit

CLOSELY meaning: 1. If you look at or listen to something closely, you look at it or listen to it very carefully. 2…. Learn more.