Definitions for shut

Definitions for (verb) shut

Main entry: close, shut

Definition: move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut

Usage: Close the door; shut the window


Main entry: close, shut

Definition: become closed

Usage: The windows closed with a loud bang


Main entry: keep out, exclude, shut, shut out

Definition: prevent from entering; shut out

Usage: The trees were shutting out all sunlight; This policy excludes people who have a criminal record from entering the country


Definitions for (adj) shut

Main entry: unopen, shut, closed

Definition: not open

Usage: the door slammed shut


Main entry: shut, closed

Definition: used especially of mouth or eyes

Usage: he sat quietly with closed eyes; his eyes were shut against the sunlight


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