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    Referme (en. Close)

    [ʁə.fɛʁm]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Close something again that was open.
    He closes the door behind him.
    Il referme la porte derrière lui.
    Close a subject or discussion.
    She decided to close the debate.
    Elle a décidé de refermer le débat.
    Gather or complete a procedure.
    We need to close this file before the end of the day.
    Il faut refermer ce dossier avant la fin de la journée.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'fermer' with the prefix 're-' indicating a return or repetition.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    close the door
    Request to close the door.
    referme la porte
    close a book
    Action of closing a book after reading.
    refermer un livre
    close a window
    Action of closing an open window.
    refermer une fenêtre

    Related Words

    close
    Action of stopping an opening.
    fermer
    close
    Putting an end to a matter.
    clore
    seal
    Close airtight.
    sceller

    Slang Meanings

    Close at the last minute.
    He made a close when he realized his project was failing.
    Il a fait un referme quand il a su que son projet échouait.
    Quickly conclude a meeting.
    She wanted to close the meeting before it dragged on.
    Elle a voulu refermer la réunion avant que ça ne traîne.