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shut

/ʃʌt/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does shut mean?

verb, noun

To close or fasten something, typically by moving a part into position to block an opening. A complete or total stop, especially of a machine or a process.

Example

"She shut the door to keep the cold air out."

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