Meaning ofclose byin English

Preposition

1. near a location; in proximity
2. in proximity to something; near or adjacent in space
   The park is close by the city center.
3. to a nearby place; introducing a noun
   The hotel is close by the beach.
4. modifying a noun; indicating proximity
   There is a store close by the university.
5. without a specified complement
   The new restaurant is close by.