Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Cloture.
Cloture - as a noun
A rule for limiting or ending debate in a deliberative body
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
closuregag lawgag ruleHypernyms (Closely Related)
orderparliamentary lawparliamentary procedurerules of orderHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Cloture - as a verb
Terminate debate by calling for a vote
Example: "Debate was closured"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
closureExample Sentences
"The cloture motion was successful, and the debate was halted."
"The majority leader called for a cloture vote to end the filibuster."
"Without cloture, the legislative session would have continued indefinitely."
"The senator proposed a cloture rule to limit the length of debates."
"After several failed attempts, the cloture resolution finally passed."
Word Game Points
Is CLOTURE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cloture is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CLOTURE has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is CLOTURE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cloture is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCLOTURE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is CLOTURE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cloture is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCLOTURE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.