closecommand

noun

UK /ˈkləʊz.kəˌmɑːnd/

US /ˈkloʊz.kəˌmænd/

A close command is an instruction that tells something to shut or stop.

The app sent a close command to shut the window on the screen.

SYNONYMS

shut instruction stop order exit command dismissal signal

RELATED WORDS

command instruction shutdown window button

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A command in a computer program that closes a file or window.

Type the close command to finish editing the document.

3. An order for people to move closer together in a formation.

The coach gave a close command, and the players stepped nearer to each other.

4. A signal that ends a connection or session.

The server received a close command and ended the chat.