closer meaning and definition

CLOSER noun

Definition of closer (noun)

1. a person who closes something
   • "whoever is the closer has to turn out the lights and lock up"
2. (baseball) a relief pitcher who can protect a lead in the last inning or two of the game
   • synonyms: finisher

CLOSER adverb

Definition of closer (adverb)

1. (comparative of `near' or `close') within a shorter distance
   • "come closer, my dear!"; "they drew nearer"; "getting nearer to the true explanation"
   • synonyms: nearer, nigher