shut is the dictionary form of shuts Definition of shut
1
[ verb ] move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut

Synonyms

close

Examples

"Close the door" "shut the window"

2
[ adjective ] not open

Synonyms

closed unopen

Examples

"the door slammed shut"

3
[ adjective ] used especially of mouth or eyes

Synonyms

closed

Examples

"he sat quietly with closed eyes" "his eyes were shut against the sunlight"

4
[ verb ] become closed

Synonyms

close

Examples

"The windows closed with a loud bang"

5
[ verb ] prevent from entering; shut out

Examples

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

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