shut

1. shut (verb) — sense 1

Definition: To close, in various senses.: To remove or block an opening, gap or passage through.

Example: Please shut the door.

2. shut (verb) — sense 2

Definition: To close, in various senses.: To make or become unreceptive.

Example: He has shut his mind to new ideas.

3. shut (verb) — sense 3

Definition: To close, in various senses.: To close (a business or venue) temporarily or permanently.

Example: They generally shut the museum each day at 6 pm.

4. shut (adj) — sense 4

Definition: Closed, not open, in any of various senses.: Physically sealed, obstructed, folded together, etc.

Example: A shut door barred our way into the house.

5. shut (adj) — sense 5

Definition: Closed, not open, in any of various senses.: Not available for use or operation.

Example: Phone lines are now shut.

6. shut (adj) — sense 6

Definition: Closed, not open, in any of various senses.: Not operating or conducting trade; not allowing entrance to visitors or the public.

Example: Banks are shut on bank holidays.

7. shut (noun) — sense 7

Definition: The act or time of shutting; close.

Example: the shut of a door

8. shut (noun) — sense 8

Definition: A door or cover; a shutter.

9. shut (noun) — sense 9

Definition: The line or place where two pieces of metal are welded together.