What term is used to describe the closing of a meeting?

The term "adjourn" specifically refers to the formal process of bringing a meeting to a close. In the context of parliamentary procedure and formal meetings, adjourning signifies that the meeting is officially ending, and it is often documented in the minutes of the meeting. Typically, this action indicates that all agenda items have been addressed or that no further discussion is anticipated, thus concluding the business of the meeting.

In contrast, "convene" means to come together or assemble for a meeting, which does not apply to the closing of a meeting. The term "terminate" generally suggests ending something abruptly and usually involves a more definitive sense of closure that may not be applicable in the context of meetings, where there is usually an orderly process followed. Similarly, "dismiss" can imply sending people away, but it lacks the formal connotation and procedural fidelity of "adjourn." Therefore, "adjourn" is the appropriate term for formally closing a meeting.