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Closeness

KLOH-snihs

/ˈkloʊsnɪs/

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closeness

Dictionary meaning

Close or warm friendship.

Examples

  • The sudden closeness of the dock sent them into action.
  • Their closeness grew as the night wore on.

Synonyms: familiarity

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