Close off and Open

Opposite meaning terms

Close off verb - To disallow entry into (a place) by means of a physical barrier at the entry point.

Usage example: museum officials closed off the west wing after the fire

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Open is an antonym for close off in obstruct topic.

Open verb - To change from a closed to an open position.

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Close off is an antonym for open.

Nearby Words: opening, openness, opened, opener

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