shut
US /ʃʌt/
UK /ʃʌt/
1.
move (something) into position to block an opening
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Please shut the door quietly.
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He shut his eyes tightly.
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2.
prevent (a business, public service, or facility) from operating, either permanently or temporarily
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The factory will shut down next month.
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They decided to shut the restaurant for good.
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