Meaning of close for press | Babel Free
Definitions
To finalise the editing of a publication, such as a magazine or newspaper, so it is ready for printing.
Examples
“Owing to the time lag which must occur⟳ between the dates of closing for press⟳ and publication, it sometimes happens that items of news are out of date⟳, or inaccurate, by the time they reach⟳ readers.”
“As RAIL closed for press⟳ on March⟳ 15, there was no word on the progress⟳ of any talks between the RMT and RMG.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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