English-German translations for close down

• auflassen

Definition of close down

• To stop trading as a business
• To surround someone, as to impede their movement

Examples

• The local factory will close down soon, unless sales pick up.
• They had to close the mine down as it was in a dangerous condition
• If anyone passes to Smith, close him down.

Related words

• behind closed doors
• close the stable door after the horse has bolted
• door closer
• vacation close-down