Common Meanings
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bì闭
To close or shut. It is often used in idiomatic expressions such as '闭门思过' (to reflect on one's mistakes in seclusion).
他决定闭门思过，好好反省自己的错误。
He decided to shut himself indoors and reflect on his mistakes.
To close, to stop, to conclude (an event, meeting, or market).
本次画展将于本周末闭幕。
This art exhibition will close this weekend.
To block; to stop up; to obstruct (e.g., holding one's breath)
他在水下闭气很久。
He held his breath underwater for a long time.