Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
close-to-one's-heart
idiomatic expression
/kloʊs tuː wʌnz hɑrt/

Definition
Something that is very important or dear to someone.

Examples
- The charity organization is close to her heart because it supports children in need.
- His hometown is close to his heart and he visits whenever he can.

Meaning
Refers to feelings, beliefs, or causes that someone holds in high regard, often having a personal significance.

Synonyms
- dear to one’s heart
- important to someone
- near and dear