closure

noun
UK /ˈkləʊʒə/
US /ˈkloʊʒər/

The act of closing something or the state of being closed.

The closure of the shop was announced yesterday.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A feeling that a difficult situation has been properly finished.

Talking to her helped him find closure after the argument.

3. A thing that closes or blocks an opening.

The bottle has a tight closure to keep the drink fresh.

4. The temporary closing of a road, school, or business.

The snow caused the closure of several schools.