(n,adj-no) (1) bargaining
negotiation
(2) turning one's body to the left or right and standing (when leaving the presence of nobility, etc.)
(3) sailing close-hauled
sailing on a close reach
(n) explanation
justification
vindication
(n) (hum) an excuse
a defense
a defence
(n) clearing (land)
excavating
(n) opening ceremony for the new ring in a sumo stable
(n) formal opening of a new theater (theatre)
(n) opening of a pool (e.g. for the summer season)
(n) at close reach (sailing)
at close haul
(n) at close reach (sailing)
at close haul
(vs-i) to break up (e.g. a meeting)
to call it a night