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Definitions from WordNet

Verb closet has 1 sense
  1. closet - confine to a small space, as for intensive work
    --1 is one way to
    confine
    Derived form: noun closet4
    Sample sentences:
    Somebody ----s something
    Somebody ----s somebody

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Closeted

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

- Concealing one's true feelings, beliefs, or identity.

- Sample Sentence: He remained closeted about his sexual orientation, fearing the reaction of his conservative family.

Sense 2:

- Secretly engaging in or expressing something that is considered taboo or socially unacceptable.

- Sample Sentence: The author wrote under a pseudonym, as he was closeted about his love for science fiction.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1:

- To confine or hide something or someone in a restricted or concealed space.

- Sample Sentence: She closeted herself in her room to study for the upcoming exam.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

- A small private room or enclosed space used for storage or as a dressing area.

- Sample Sentence: The fashion enthusiast organized her clothes meticulously in her walk-in closet.

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