closings

[kloh-zing]

clos·ing

[kloh-zing]
noun
1.
the end or conclusion, as of a speech.
2.
something that closes; a fastening, as of a purse.
3.
the final phase of a transaction, especially the meeting at which procedures are carried out in the execution of a contract for the sale of real estate.
4.
an act or instance of failing or going bankrupt: an increase in bank closings.

Origin:
1350–1400; Middle English; see close, -ing1

half-clos·ing, adjective
self-clos·ing, adjective
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Closings is always a great word to know.
So is zedonk. Does it mean:
a gadget; dingus; thingumbob.
the offspring of a zebra and a donkey.
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closing definition


Usually applied to real estate transactions, it refers to delivery of the deed of ownership from the owner to the buyer in return for full payment.

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